School Finance Administrator

Smile Education is currently recruiting for a school‑experienced Finance Administrator to start immediately for a school in Birmingham.

The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting the school’s finance function, carrying out day‑to‑day financial administration in line with school policies and procedures. This includes processing invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, updating finance systems, and dealing with finance‑related queries from staff and external suppliers. Applicants must have exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and previous experience working within a school finance or finance administration role.

Experience using school finance systems such as SIMS Finance, FMS, PS Financials, IRIS, BROMCOM or similar is highly desirable.

• Support the day‑to‑day financial operations of the school
• Process invoices, purchase orders and staff expense claims
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Update and manage data on the school finance system
• Reconcile accounts and assist with budget monitoring
• Prepare financial reports and present data to senior leaders when required
• Liaise with suppliers and respond to finance‑related queries
• Provide administrative and financial support as required
• Ensure all financial procedures comply with school and trust policies
• Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Be highly motivated, professional and forward‑thinking
• Have proficient computer skills, including Excel and finance software

We would like applicants to have prior experience working in a finance or finance administration role, ideally within a school or education setting. Experience using school finance systems is essential.

Smile Education is an agency with a difference. We are education specialists, with a proven record of assisting both experienced Teachers and Leaders, as well as support staff at all stages of their careers. We provide training and CPD opportunities and are proud to work with some of the largest academy trusts in your local area. We’re passionate about finding the perfect role for you!

• An experienced Finance Administrator or School Finance Officer
• Prior experience using school finance systems (SIMS Finance / FMS / PS Financials / BROMCOM or similar)
• Availability to join the team until the end of the academic year

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited List, Barred List, DBS and qualification checks.