Finance Officer - Secondary School - Barnet
Location: Barnet, North London
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Support staff pay scale, dependent on experience
A well-organised secondary school in Barnet is seeking a Finance Officer to join its established and professional finance team from January 2026.
Job Overview
The Finance Officer will play a key role in the day-to-day financial operations of the school, including processing purchase orders, managing invoices, reconciling accounts, and responding to finance-related queries from staff and external suppliers. You will work closely with senior leadership to support budgeting processes and ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
This role would suit an individual with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and previous experience in school or public-sector finance.
The School
This 11–18 secondary school educates approximately 1,250 pupils and is recognised for its strong organisational systems, calm working environment, and effective leadership. The finance department operates with clear procedures, modern financial software, and a collaborative approach across departments.
Support staff describe the school as professional, structured, and supportive. Leadership places high value on the contribution of finance staff and offers training, system support, and opportunities for long-term development within school finance.
Application
Please submit your CV to be considered for this Finance Officer role.
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