At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategies and support schools in a meaningful education/charity organisation.
- Company: Dynamic education/charity sector organisation based in Sutton.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, generous pension scheme, and 30 days holiday.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in finance while supporting educational initiatives.
- Qualifications: Professional accounting qualification and experience in financial planning and analysis.
The predicted salary is between 62000 - 70000 £ per year.
Candidate required for leading Education/Charity sector organisation based on the border of Surrey/South London.
Responsibilities include:
- Deputise for the Assistant Director of Finance when required.
- Responsible for taking appropriate intervention for any schools that show high risk.
- Lead a team of academy Senior Finance Business Partners, reviewing management accounts for all schools on a monthly basis.
- Actively collaborate with the wider Finance Teams to improve ways of working and efficiency.
- Establish challenge and review benchmarking tools to compare academies with others in the trust and also within the wider academy sector.
- Ensure completion of consolidated budget for the academic year to include I&E, balance sheet, cashflow statements, commentary and dashboards for presentation to Risk and Review meetings.
- Review balance sheet reconciliations and bring any concerns to the attention of the Assistant Director of Finance.
- Make visits to the academies and other sites as needed to ensure the smooth running of the team and functions.
- Co-ordinate budget panel requests to be submitted to ELST and advise the Director of Finance prior to the meeting. Update academies of outcomes.
- Assist in treasury management, working with the finance business partners to identify level of short-term funds available to place on deposit across all hub bank accounts.
- Manage and oversee the Agency Flash report and investigate and resolve with the finance business partners and schools any variances.
- Assist Finance Accounting in ensuring the Financial Regulations manual is updated regularly, is being adhered to and any financial risks identified and reported effectively to the Assistant Director of Finance.
- In the absence of the finance business partner, meet with LGB Finance Portfolio holders termly to share financial health position and attend LGB meetings to present finance papers.
- Run appropriate training sessions to finance teams and Office Managers across the Family as appropriate.
- Ensure the reconciliation of key accounts on a monthly basis and update any discrepancies.
- Ensure HR database provides accurate financial information to support budget management through monthly reconciliations.
- For each academy or unit, manage academy's risks and support as agreed with Assistant Director of Finance or Executive Senior Leadership Team.
- Deliver guidance and training on specific finance matters to managers and staff in the academies/College, as required to include participation and delivery at Schools Business Manager forums.
A successful Head of Finance Business Partnering should have:
- A professional qualification in accounting (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
- Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within the not-for-profit or commercial sector.
- Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Knowledge of financial regulations relevant to the not-for-profit industry.
Competitive salary ranging from £62,000 to £70,000 per annum. Hybrid working. Generous local government pension scheme. 30 days holiday. Permanent position based in Sutton. Collaborative and supportive company culture.
If you are passionate about leading financial strategies within a meaningful organisation, apply now to become the Head of Finance Business Partnering.
Head of Finance Business Partnering and Commercial Finance in Sutton employer: Michael Page Finance
Join a leading Education and Charity sector organisation located on the border of Surrey and South London, where you will be part of a collaborative and supportive culture that values your contributions. With a competitive salary, generous local government pension scheme, and 30 days of holiday, this permanent position offers not only financial stability but also opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about driving financial strategies in a purpose-driven environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
