Enhance Academy Trust-Unit 7, The Office Campus, Paragon Business Park, Red Hall Ct, Wakefield WF1 2UY Closing Date- 28th September Interview- 2nd October Permanent NJC SCP 32-35 Duties and Activities The postholder will manage a group of schools up to a maximum of seven working alongside other Central Team staff in the following areas: Financial Management Responsible for monitoring all accounting procedures, identify areas of risk and to resolve any problems, including: The ordering, processing and payment of all goods and services provided to the school The operation of all accounts, ensuring a full reconciliation is undertaken at least once a month Maintaining an assets and risk register Responsible for the administration of the payment of all invoices for expenditure and income collection in accordance with payment timescales and the Trust’s procedures. Work with Senior Leaders to develop a strategic plan for the staff and resources using Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning. Preparation of monthly management accounts to monitor and maintain the budget and forecast figures for the school’s allocated using the Trust’s budgeting software. Responsible for a three-year financial plan for the academy (five-year, on request) and as part of this exercise prepare the annual budgets which support the financial plan. Meet regularly with the Senior Leaders to discuss monthly management accounts reports. In conjunction with the relevant Senior Leaders and the Trust, support the planning and implementation of capital purchase programmes. Liaise with funding agencies to identify and source additional funding and identify potential funding opportunities, agencies or government initiatives to ensure income generation from both diverse and obvious sources. Prepare financial reports, estimates and completion of financial returns as required by the Trust Board, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Finance Officer (CFO), Senior Leaders, Local Academy Board (LGB), Department for Education, Companies House and HM Customs and Excise and any other group or organisation for which this information is required. Ensure the effective operation of financial controls and ensure they receive value for money for all expenditures. Review a rolling 12-month cash flow forecast, identifying any concerns and ensuring they are raised to the Trust Finance following up non-attendance at training. Ensure operational compliance with all policies, including the records management and retention policy. Report potential breaches to the Trust Data Protection Officer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Trust Business Manager employer: Enhance Academy Trust
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