Trust Finance Officer

Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: 25 Hours per Week (Part-Time)
Contract: Permanent
DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS Check Required
Sector: Education / Not-for-Profit

The Opportunity

Our client, a successful multi-site educational organisation, is seeking an experienced Trust Finance Officer to join their central finance team on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong transactional finance experience to support the effective financial management of multiple schools within a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring financial controls are maintained and that purchasing, payments, income, and reconciliations are processed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the operation and monitoring of financial accounts and budgets.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and supplier payments in line with established financial procedures.
• Verify budget availability prior to processing expenditure.
• Administer BACS payments and other authorised financial transactions.
• Reconcile bank accounts, payment cards, and supplier statements.
• Process and record income, ensuring accurate banking and financial records.
• Maintain petty cash records and ensure all transactions are appropriately authorised.
• Resolve supplier queries and investigate outstanding items.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders on financial matters.
• Support budget holders with purchasing processes and value-for-money considerations.
• Monitor income and expenditure for trips, events, and other activities, producing reports where required.
• Maintain accurate asset and inventory records.
• Assist with financial reporting, year-end activities, and audit preparation.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of financial systems and processes.