Education / Multi-Academy Trust in Nottingham
37 hours per week | Permanent | Hybrid working
HB Partners Limited is supporting an established and successful Multi-Academy Trust in Nottingham to appoint a Financial Controller / Finance Manager to lead its operational finance function.
This is a key role within the Trust, reporting to the CFO and working closely with senior leaders, academy teams and governance committees. The successful candidate will take responsibility for ensuring the Trust has a robust, compliant and forward-thinking finance function, whilst leading and developing the operational finance team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the operational finance team and overseeing the delivery of an effective finance service across the Trust
- Managing month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations and year-end financial statements
- Leading on internal and external audit activity and ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory requirements
- Developing and implementing strong financial controls, policies and procedures
- Overseeing the finance and accounting system and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Managing cash flow, banking arrangements and the Trust's investment portfolio
- Ensuring accurate HMRC, DfE and other statutory returns
- Supporting the development of the Trust's wider finance strategy
- Providing financial advice, guidance and training to colleagues across the academies
- Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and financial performance
About you:
You will be a qualified finance professional (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CIPFA) with at least five years' demonstrable experience in a similar financial management role, ideally gained in education, schools, multi-academy trusts, public sector or not for profit / charity.
You should have strong knowledge of financial controls, audit and regulatory compliance, with experience of financial systems and procedures.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to take on a broad and influential role within a values-led organisation.
HB Partners Limited is committed to safeguarding children. This post is subject to enhanced DBS check and pre-employment safeguarding checks.
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Finance Accounting Manager in Nottingham employer: HB Partners Limited
HB Partners Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment within a values-led Multi-Academy Trust. With a commitment to employee growth, the company provides opportunities for professional development and encourages collaboration across teams, ensuring that every member can contribute meaningfully to the Trust's mission. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility, making it an attractive workplace for finance professionals seeking a rewarding career in education.
