Finance Manager
The Finance Manager is a pivotal position offering comprehensive financial and accounting support, from setting policy and managing resources, to overseeing all aspects of financial administration. You'll play a key role in shaping our financial strategy by working closely with the Director of Business Operations, the Senior Leadership Team, and our board of governors.
This is a busy and demanding post, so the Finance Manager will need to be an experienced and dynamic finance professional seeking a rewarding role where their expertise can truly make a difference. They will oversee our school's dedicated and enthusiastic team, confidently line managing our Finance Officer and Finance Assistant.
Proficiency in monthly management accounting, asset management, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow monitoring will be essential. Beyond technical skills, we're looking for someone who excels at stakeholder liaison. Thriving in a fast-paced environment demands strong multitasking abilities, composure under pressure, and exceptional organisational skills.The Finance Manager’s positive, flexible approach, commitment to quality, and unwavering attention to detail will have a large impact on the educational outcomes of our students.
The details of the post are:
- Contract status: Permanent
- Weeks per year: All Year Round (which is 52 weeks a year)
- Days per week: Monday to Friday
- Hours per week: 35
- Shift pattern: 8.15am to 4.15pm, with 60 minutes unpaid break
- Grade: PO4
- Actual salary: £49,638 to £52,674
Interview Date: Wednesday 23rd April 2025.
We welcome applications from colleagues who are looking to work part time and will always consider job shares or other flexible arrangements.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Checks will be made with previous employers and online searches will be done as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates.