Suffolk County Council

Finance Officer

Suffolk County Council  •  £26k - £31k/yr  •  United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

  • Sapientia Education Trust
  • Address: Golf Links Road, Morley, Wymondham, Norfolk NR18 9SZ
  • Salary: £26,403 - £31,022 per annum
  • Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, 5 days a week
  • Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
  • Reference: 5050

Sapientia Education Trust are seeking a Finance Officer to join our school-based Finance Team.

Sapientia Education Trust is an expanding multi-academy trust, with 13 primary and 9 secondary schools.

The finance operation is based across our schools, with this role based at our SET Central Hub at Wymondham College.

Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and working in our finance team is no exception. We are looking for someone with a shared passion for enriching the lives of our learners through a continued commitment to delivery of high-quality service and guidance to our staff.

This post offers an opportunity to work in the growing finance team with responsibility for the whole school finance function - processing invoices, dealing with supplier, customer and parent queries, statement reconciliations for various schools and the wider trust. You will possess strong team working skills, the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of staff and be a resilient problem solver.

Support and funding for AAT training will be offered should the post holder wish to undertake professional qualifications.

How to apply

To apply, please visit our website

Applications will be considered on receipt, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Closing date: 14 June 2026.

Interview date: 19 June 2026.

Suffolk County Council

About Suffolk County Council

Reimagine the possibilities.

As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are.

As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be.

By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves.

We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Ipswich, GB
Year Founded
1974
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