Finance Officer

Salary: Scale 3/4 (FTE) Contract: Term Time Plus Two Weeks Location: Trust Central Office in Wallington Join our Finance Team and make a difference in education Cirrus Primary Academy Trust is seeking a motivated and detail-focused Finance Officer to join our dedicated Trust Finance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in finance within a supportive and values-driven educational environment. As a Finance Officer, you will play an important role in delivering efficient, accurate and high-quality financial services across our Trust. You will support the day-to-day operation of finance processes, including purchasing, payments, financial record keeping and supporting academy colleagues with financial information and advice. What you will be doing Your responsibilities will include: Processing purchase orders, invoices, supplier payments and staff expenses. Managing accounts payable and receivable processes accurately and efficiently. Maintaining accurate financial records and audit trails. Preparing and reconciling financial information using Trust finance systems. Supporting school leaders and budget holders by monitoring expenditure and highlighting variances. Responding to financial queries from colleagues, suppliers and external partners. Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with financial procedures, GDPR requirements and statutory regulations. Contributing to the ongoing improvement of financial systems and processes. Working collaboratively across the Trust and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. What we are looking for We are looking for someone who: Has strong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail. Is confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Can organise their workload effectively and meet deadlines. Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Is reliable, professional and committed to providing a high-quality service. Can work independently as well as part of a team. Is enthusiastic about developing a career in finance. Experience in a finance role, knowledge of finance systems or a relevant finance qualification (such as AAT, ACCA or CIMA) would be advantageous but is not essential. We welcome applications from individuals who are eager to learn and develop. Why join Cirrus Primary Academy Trust? At Cirrus Primary Academy Trust, we are committed to supporting our staff to grow and succeed. You will join a collaborative and welcoming team where your contribution is valued and where there are opportunities for professional development. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and to uphold the Trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures. If you are a proactive, trustworthy and enthusiastic individual with an interest in finance and education, we would love to hear from yo