6-7 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
- This position has come about as a consequence of more schools purchasing support from the LA
- The successful candidate will be expected to support out range of schools based on the individual support the school has purchased.
- The focus is purely finance – not the wider role that SBMs normally have e.g health and safety
Key Duties/Accountabilities
- Transactional support – payments, month end reconciliation, VAT submittal
- Strategic support – analysis of budgets and spend, including reporting to Governing Body and or headteachers
- Supporting the school to develop Deficit recovery plans
- Implementing of new finance systems -training
- Ability to deal with difficult and challenging situations in a professional manner
- Clear and concise communication skills –both written and oral
- Able to engage with stakeholders using persuasive language not confrontational
- Ability to work under pressure, juggling various priorities and timelines
Essential Experience Required
- Experience with Schools Funding, ability to engage with and influence Heads and Governors with quality information and data for decision making is essential.
- Expertise in at least one of the following systems – ACCESS, RM, Sims/FMS is essential.
- Experience with national policy affecting funding in schools is essential.
Essential Qualification Required
- Educated to graduate level or equivalent, with management qualification or equivalent experience is desirable.
- Degree level or equivalent qualification in Building Construction/Maintenance or contract management is desirable.
Additional information to note
- Working hours: 35 hours per week.
- Hybrid working: there will be opportunities to work from school and from home.
- The length of the role is dependent on the continuation of the schools purchasing of our services
- The role requires a DBS.
The closing date for this position is 5th May 2025.
Remote Schools Accountant/School Business Manager in Newtownabbey employer: Cra Group Recruitment And Payroll
As a Remote Schools Accountant/School Business Manager with our local authority, you will join a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional growth and development. We offer flexible hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to balance your responsibilities while contributing to the financial health of our schools. With a focus on meaningful impact and strategic support, this role provides an excellent opportunity to engage with key stakeholders and influence decision-making in the education sector.
Contact Details:
Cra Group Recruitment And Payroll Recruitment Team
Some tips for your application 🫡
Tailor Your Application:Make sure to customise your CV and cover letter to highlight your experience with schools funding and finance systems. We want to see how your skills match the specific needs of the role, so don’t hold back!
Showcase Your Communication Skills:Since clear communication is key in this role, use your application to demonstrate your ability to convey complex financial information in a straightforward way. We love seeing examples of how you've engaged with stakeholders effectively.
Highlight Relevant Experience:Be sure to mention any previous roles where you’ve dealt with budget analysis or deficit recovery plans. We’re looking for candidates who can hit the ground running, so show us what you’ve got!
Apply Through Our Website:We encourage you to submit your application through our website. It’s the best way for us to keep track of your application and ensure it gets the attention it deserves. Plus, it’s super easy!
