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School Finance Officer (Payroll & Pensions)

Engage 3
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Chislehurst, Kent BR7 5PQ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Engage Education Services is seeking a Finance Officer for a school in Bromley, offering a permanent salary between £33,000 and £36,000.
  • The role requires candidates to have experience in payroll, pension administration, and purchase ledger, ideally managing payroll for over 50 employees.
  • Successful applicants will work Monday to Friday as part of a close-knit team, ensuring the smooth operation of financial services and compliance with regulations.
  • Knowledge of financial software like PASS or iSAMS and high computer literacy, particularly in Excel, are preferred qualifications.
  • Candidates are encouraged to apply directly, and all will undergo a DBS check, with support provided throughout the recruitment process.

Finance Officer Required for a School in Bromley

Engage Education Services has specialised in recruiting education staff in all roles for over a decade. We’re currently looking for an enthusiastic Finance Officer to work at a fantastic school in Bromley.

Our team has built an excellent reputation in the local area, and we’re looking for more high-quality finance staff to work with these schools.

Permanent Salary is £33,000 - £36,000

About the role:

The working hours for this role are Monday to Friday. As the school finance officer, you will be working as part of a close-knit team that works hard together to ensure the smooth running of financial services across the school. The finance assistants’ duties can include:

  • Manage the preparation of the Financial Statements and the subsequent audit process through to the satisfactory completion of the annual audit

  • Purpose of the role is to provide a comprehensive, professional payroll and pension service to the School, as well as running purchase ledger. The successful candidate will be organised, reliable and have experience of working as part of a team. School experience would be advantageous.

  • Remain fully appraised of all financial rules and regulations that govern to ensure the School remains compliant with regulation and reporting requirements

  • Ensure all financial controls across the School are in place and work effectively and efficiently

  • Be the lead for all audit work and liaise with external auditors and staff on all relevant matters

The ideal applicant will have:

  • A real passion for working within an education environment.

  • Previous experience of payroll, pension administration and purchase ledger

  • Running payroll for over 50 employees is key

  • Preferably have knowledge of PASS or iSAMS

  • Knowledge and experience of account procedures.

  • High levels of computer literacy including Excel.

Why choose Engage Education?

  • We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your payment will be equal to that of a permanent employee

  • You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

  • Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

How to apply

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly.

If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have not been successful in this role. We have a lot of applications for our positions, so don’t be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with GDPR requirements.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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