Finance Manager
The Aspirations Academies Trust is a multi-academy trust of 16 academies across the South of England.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic person to the post of Finance Manager based at our head office, near to Heathrow Airport.
As a Finance Manager you will be a key member of the central finance team of the Trust.
You will be responsible for managing the finances of a number of academies, working closely with each Principal to ensure the finances of each academy are efficient and effective, and represent value for money. You will work closely with the Chief Finance & Operations Officer, Senior Finance Managers and the Principals of each Academy they manage.The role will entail the management, oversight and support of the finances of the allocated academies. The Principal of each academy will be responsible for their budget and spending with the Finance Manager providing advice, support and guidance to the Principal as required.
The role is centered on supporting the budget making process, monitoring the budgets throughout the year and providing financial forecasts, analysis and recommendations.
You will maintain close contact with the Principal and the Business Manager of each academy, which will involve visits to the academy as required and a regular monthly meeting with the principal of each academy.
Each Academy Finance Manager has a wider Trust role dependent on their interest and experience, this role could range from assisting with the opening/transfer of new schools, procurement, etc.
The hours for this role are 36 hours per week. The normal working days are Monday to Friday and the normal working times are 8.30am to 4.30pm
Learn more about Aspirations Academies Trust at www.aspirationsacademies.org
Please also see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information
How to Apply
Please click the ‘quick apply’ button and fill out the application form
When applying, please fill in the supporting statement section on the application form stating specific examples from your own experience demonstrating how you meet the professional expertise and skills criteria in the person specification.
Closing date: Friday 23 May 2025 (10.00 am)Online interviews for longlisted candidates: w/c 27 May 2025
In-person selection process for shortlisted candidates: w/c 9 June 2025
About Aspirations
Across our 16 Academies, Aspirations educate more than 9,000 pupils across the ages from 2 to 19 years, covering an area from West London to the Southwest of England. Operating since 2011, we have a consistent track record of improvement and success and offer excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.We are determined that children receive an excellent education that prepares them for success in adult-life and are looking for people to join us who share our ideals.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities and guarantee an interview for those with a declared disability should they meet the minimum criteria for the job. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as “any physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities”
Aspirations Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies.