Finance Officer – Early Years Funding

Location: Leamington Spa | Salary: £28,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Finance Officer looking to take the next step in your career? We’re recruiting for a Finance Officer with Early Years Funding experience, to join a well-established independent educational institution in Leamington Spa. With over 90 years of excellence in the sector, this organisation is known for delivering a bespoke learning experience and fostering strong community values. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit operations team in a full-time, 100% office-based role.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage monthly management accounts and produce reports aligned to departmental budgets.

• Submit and reconcile Early Years Funding to the Local Authority and manage related reporting.

• Process payroll, pension contributions, and staff expenses accurately and in a timely manner.

• Manage income streams including invoicing for school fees and ensuring timely debt collection.

• Support the wider finance team with administrative duties, reporting and financial planning.

What Experience is Required

• Experience working in a finance role, ideally within an education or childcare environment.

• Proficiency with financial systems such as Xero and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Strong organisational skills with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £28,000 per annum

• Benefits include: 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), pension scheme, training and development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Location

Based in central Leamington Spa, this role is easily commutable from Warwick, Kenilworth, Coventry, Rugby, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Banbury.

How to Apply

Please send your CV in strict confidence to Kate Morgan at CV Screen for immediate consideration.

Alternate Job Titles

• School Finance Officer

• Education Finance Assistant

• Bookkeeper – Education Sector

• Early Years Funding Administrator

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