Finance Officer

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  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Middlesbrough
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Support
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    £33,000 - FTE

Temporary to Permanent Finance Officer – Term Time + 3 weeks – Middlesbrough-based, Immediate Start

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 immediately.
Why 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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