Finance Officer; Temporary

Position: Finance Officer (Temporary)
Finance Officer - Temporary to Permanent

Location:

Middlesbrough

Hours:

Term Time Only + 3 Weeks (Flexible Working Hours Available)

Start Date:

Immediate

FTE Salary: £33,000 (pro‑rata)

A well‑regarded school in Middlesbrough is seeking a proactive and detail‑driven Finance Officer to join their team on a temporary‑to‑permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy finance environment and is looking for a role that offers flexibility, variety, and the chance to make a real impact within an educational setting.

The Opportunity

Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Finance Director, and wider support team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school's financial operations. This position is term‑time only plus an additional three weeks, making it ideal for candidates seeking a strong work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure accurate allocation, recording, and payment of all expenditure.
Input supplier invoices into the purchase ledger and respond to supplier queries.
Prepare BACS payment runs and process transactions through the accounting system.
Raise sales invoices, manage debt collection, and maintain control of the sales ledger.
Liaise with budget holders to ensure correct input and processing of orders.
Review and authorise orders to ensure the best value before recording.
Match invoices, purchase orders, and delivery notes; scan all invoices into the finance system.
Process manual cheques and input into the accounts system.
Provide administrative support including filing, archiving, and general office tasks.
Manage petty cash allocation, recording, and payments.
Support the CFO and Finance Director with maintaining the Fixed Asset Register.
Offer cover and support to the Cashier & Educational Visits Co‑ordinator when required.
Assist budget holders with financial queries and processes.

About You

Previous experience in a finance role, ideally within education or a similar environment.
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Office.
Able to work independently and as part of a wider team.
Flexible, reliable, and ready to start  Apply?

Temporary to permanent opportunity
Flexible working hours
Supportive and friendly school environment
A varied role with real responsibility
Excellent work-life balance with term‑time working

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