Role Title: School Finance Manager
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £38,000 - £43,000 per annum
Working Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Location: Berkshire
Sellick Partnership are working with a leading Multi Academy Trust who are seeking an experienced School Finance Manager to join one of their secondary schools in Berkshire on a permanent, full-time basis.
This is a key finance position within the school, working closely with the Head Teacher and Director of Finance, while managing a small finance function and overseeing the day-to-day financial management of the school. The successful candidate will have previous experience working within a secondary school, school environment or Multi Academy Trust, alongside extensive experience using FMS finance software.
The responsibilities of the School Finance Manager will be:
Managing the day-to-day financial operations of the secondary school
Managing and supporting a small finance team of one
Preparing and monitoring budgets, forecasts and financial reports
Supporting the Head Teacher and senior leadership team with financial information and advice
Reporting to the Head Teacher and Director of Finance
Monitoring income and expenditure against budgets and investigating variances
Overseeing purchase orders, invoicing, payments and income processes
Supporting month-end and year-end financial processes
Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring appropriate financial controls are in place
Supporting audit requirements and providing financial information as required
Ensuring compliance with the financial policies and procedures of the Multi Academy Trust
Working closely with the central finance team and school leadership to support effective financial management
The ideal candidate for the School Finance Manager role will have:
Extensive experience working within a secondary school, school environment or Multi Academy Trust
Extensive hands-on experience using FMS finance software - this is an essential requirement
Previous experience managing or supervising a finance team
Strong knowledge of school finance, budgeting and financial reporting
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School Finance Manager in Slough employer: Sellick Partnership Careers
As a Finance Business Partner with our public sector organisation, you will thrive in a supportive and inclusive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working, high-profile stakeholder engagement, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on strategic decision-making within a varied and rewarding environment. Join us to enhance your career while contributing to the improvement of financial management and organisational performance.
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