via Reed · 16 September 2026 ·3 days ago

Finance Officer - Lewisham

Tradewind Recruitment
South East London Contract GBP 27,300 – 35,100
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Finance Officer Full-Time | 5 Days per Week | Lewisham

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Officer to join a welcoming and supportive school based in Lewisham.

We are looking for a highly organised and knowledgeable finance professional with previous experience working within a finance environment, ideally within a school or education setting. A degree or relevant financial qualification is preferred, alongside strong knowledge of financial processes and procedures.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a lovely school environment where staff are valued and supported, with genuine opportunities for professional growth, development and progression.

Key Responsibilities • Supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the school

  • Processing invoices, payments, purchase orders and financial transactions

  • Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting reconciliations

  • Assisting with budgets, monitoring expenditure and financial reporting

  • Liaising with suppliers, staff and external stakeholders

  • Ensuring financial procedures and relevant policies are followed

  • Providing general administrative support to the finance function

About You • Previous experience in a Finance Officer or similar finance role
  • Strong knowledge of financial processes and procedures

  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills

  • Confident working with financial systems and spreadsheets

  • Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team

  • A degree or relevant financial qualification is desirable

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding role within a supportive school environment, with opportunities to develop your career, we would love to hear from you.

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