Senior Finance Officer
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced, proactive and highly organised Senior Finance Officer to lead our day-to-day financial operations and help ensure the College continues to flourish.
This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys combining hands-on financial management with process improvement and strategic support. Working closely with the Chief Financial & Operating Officer, you will play a key role in delivering robust financial management, maintaining strong financial controls, and supporting effective decision-making across the College.
Full Job Description and Person Specification
About the role:
As Senior Finance Officer, you will oversee all aspects of the College’s finance function, including:
Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
Overseeing payroll and pension administration
Producing cash flow forecasts, reconciliations and management information
Supporting budgeting, financial planning and annual audit processes
Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Developing and improving financial systems, controls and processes
Line managing the Finance Assistant and providing support across the wider organisation
This is a varied role requiring excellent organisational skills, strong technical knowledge and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to colleagues from a range of backgrounds.
Full Job Description and Person Specification
About you:
We’re looking for someone who has:
AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience), with GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above)
Significant experience in a finance management role covering accounts, payroll and bookkeeping
Strong knowledge of financial controls, payroll, pensions and HMRC requirements
Excellent analytical, organisational and Microsoft Excel skills
Experience supervising or supporting finance staff
A proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and excellent customer service
It would be an advantage if you have experience within a charity, higher education or not-for-profit environment and are studying towards or hold a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
Further details:
Location: Moorlands College, Christchurch (Possibility for Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days at the College)
Hours: Full-time or 4 days per week (32 or 40 hours)
Salary Range for Full time Role: £33,141 per annum to £36,050 per annum (based on 40 hour a week role)
Reporting to: Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO)
Benefits include:
- 26 Days Annual Leave plus public holidays
Paid lunch break
Free Lunch provided when working at the College during lunch time period
On-site Parking
Use of Colleges facilities including sports Hall and Gym
Generous College Pension Scheme – 10% Employer Contributions
Free Life Assurance – 4x salary pay out
Apply:
Applicants must by sympathetic to the vision and values of Moorlands College as a Christian Training Provider.
If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding role where your expertise will make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
For further information please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply please send a CV to the HR Manager (sarah.isaac@moorlands.ac.uk) or call 01425 674500 for an informal chat and to find out more.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and interviews scheduled throughout the summer. We anticipate the successful candidate to be in post by end of September 2026.