Job Title: Finance & Business Officer

Location: Dewsbury Area

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We’re recruiting on behalf of a valued client for a proactive Finance & Business Officer to support the smooth financial and operational running of a busy academy in the Dewsbury area. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in maintaining effective financial management, compliance, and value for money across the school’s operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day financial processes, including orders, invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Produce monthly management accounts, budget monitoring reports, and variance analysis.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting.
• Ensure all financial procedures align with Trust policies.
• Oversee procurement, contracts, and service level agreements to achieve best value.
• Maintain accurate records, including the asset register and petty cash.
• Support payroll administration and HR record-keeping.
• Liaise with budget holders, staff, and suppliers, providing financial guidance.
• Support site management, health and safety, and compliance systems.

About You:

• AAT qualified or working towards (or equivalent finance qualification).
• Experience in finance administration, ideally within education or the public sector.
• Confident user of finance systems and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills.
• Collaborative, professional, and able to provide sound financial advice.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and make a real impact on its financial efficiency and operational success.