Finance Officer – Nottingham Independent School

Role Category & Location Sector: Prestigious Independent Secondary School (with Sixth Form). Location: Nottingham (East Midlands, England). Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026. The Opportunity & Role Profile This leading independent school requires an experienced Finance Officer to manage the day-to-day financial operations. The role demands meticulous accuracy and responsibility for fee billing, payroll preparation, managing ledgers, and providing support to the Bursar. Core Responsibilities & Duties Scope Financial Controller: Managing purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices, and ensuring smooth transaction flows. Fee Management: Handling parent/guardian fee billing, processing payments, and managing direct debits. Reporting & Auditing: Assisting the Bursar with month-end procedures, budget monitoring, and preparation for annual audits. Compensation & Benefits Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a finance role, ideally within an educational or charity setting. Strong skills in accountancy software (e.g., SAGE, QuickBooks). Salary: Highly competitive salary compensated on the school's independent pay scale (expected to be £32,000 - £40,000 per annum). Support: Excellent benefits package and opportunities for continued professional accounting development.