Finance and Payroll OfficerAre you a detail-oriented finance professional with experience in an education or school environment? Our client is seeking a Finance and Payroll Officer to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute within an educational trust setting, ensuring financial administration supports both staff and students while remaining compliant with statutory and regulatory frameworks.Position: Finance and Payroll OfficerSalary:£31,467.00 - £34,325.00 gross per annumContract: Temporary Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday to FridayReporting to: Finance ManagerCore ResponsibilitiesAs the Finance and Payroll Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the Trust''s financial integrity within a busy educational environment. Your daily activities will include:Finance Duties:Accurately process all financial transactions from initial order to payment Maintain precise records using Access Education, Excel, and other databases Process orders efficiently, resolve queries, and ensure compliance with financial procedures Manage purchase and sales ledgers, including supplier lists, invoicing, and payment allocations Oversee bank and cash ledgers, handling receipts and online payments Process staff expense claims and manage petty cash with precision Collaborate with the Finance Manager to provide essential financial information to staff, governors, and auditorsPayroll Duties:Process staff time-sheets and duty payments on the Trust payroll system Address p