At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial management and assist with reporting in a dynamic education environment.
- Company: Join a growing Multi-Academy Trust committed to high-quality education.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team culture with career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in schools while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Good numeracy skills; accountancy qualification is a plus but not essential.
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and detail-focused Finance Officer to join our growing Multi-Academy Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a varied role, supporting both the central trust team and our schools to deliver high-quality financial management and administrative support.
The role will include:
- Support the Head of Finance with year-end processes and preparation of statutory accounts
- Assisting in the production of monthly management accounts and financial reports
- Monitoring income and expenditure against budgets
- Responsibilities in banking, staffing finance, purchase ledger and supplier management
The successful candidate will possess good numeracy and literary skills. A recognised accountancy qualification CIMA/ACCA/AAT or a willingness to work towards one is desirable. They must be a confident communicator as a key element of the role is in providing advice and guidance to school-based staff on financial procedures and payroll processes as well as supporting the on-boarding of new schools and new recruits.
We are a flexible employer, and this role can be a blend of home and office working. We are also happy to consider candidates seeking term time plus working arrangements. The role will be based in our CLIC Central Team office, Chorlton Park Primary School.
The CLIC Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing Date: Tuesday 8th September 2026 at 9am
Interview Date: Thursday 10th September 2026
Junior Finance Business Partner in Manchester employer: Changing Lives in Collaboration Trust (CLIC)
Join the CLIC Trust as a Junior Finance Business Partner and become part of a supportive and dynamic Multi-Academy Trust dedicated to delivering high-quality financial management. With flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to safeguarding, we foster a collaborative work culture that values each team member's contributions. Located at Chorlton Park Primary School, you will enjoy a meaningful role that directly impacts our schools and the communities we serve.
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Changing Lives in Collaboration Trust (CLIC) Recruitment Team
