Finance & Estate Officer
About This Role
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact? Do you have the skills to manage financial operations, payroll, estates and compliance within a busy and successful school environment?
The Elizabethan Academy is seeking an ambitious and highly organised Finance and Estates Officer to join our professional support team. Working closely with the Chief Financial and Operations Officer, this is a key role that will help ensure the Academy's finances, estate and operational functions are managed effectively and efficiently.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled individual who enjoys variety, responsibility and working as part of a team committed to supporting outstanding outcomes for young people.
As Finance and Estates Officer, you will play a leading role in the day-to-day management of the Academy's financial processes, payroll administration, health and safety compliance, estates management and contractor relationships. You will also be instrumental in supporting the ongoing management of our PFI contract and preparations for future contract transition arrangements.
What we're looking for
We are looking for someone with strong financial and organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload. Experience of working within a school, academy or public sector environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
Our ideal candidate will:
Lead the Academy's monthly payroll processes, including overtime, expenses and contractual variations.
Support budget monitoring, financial reporting and forecasting.
Oversee purchasing, procurement and financial administration in line with Academy procedures.
Manage relationships with contractors, service providers and external agencies.
Coordinate estates management activities to ensure a safe, secure and well-maintained learning environment.
Lead and monitor health and safety compliance across the Academy.
Support the effective management of the Academy's PFI contract and associated services.
Produce accurate reports and management information for senior leaders.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations, statutory requirements and Academy policies.
Develop and maintain effective systems, processes and records.