### Job Description* Contract* Nationwide* Posted 7 hours ago* £250 – £400 per dayWebsite**CV-Library**### The OpportunityWe are looking to speak with experienced Finance Managers who have worked within Multi-Academy Trusts or the wider education sector and are considering their next interim opportunity.We are particularly interested in candidates who can provide hands-on financial management, budgeting, forecasting and business partnering support across individual academies or multiple-school trusts.Whether you're immediately available or approaching the end of your current assignment, we'd be keen to hear from you.### Key Responsibilities* Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets and financial forecasts.* Support Headteachers, school leaders and budget holders with financial planning and decision-making.* Monitor school-level expenditure, staffing costs and financial performance.* Provide financial analysis, advice and challenge to senior stakeholders.* Support annual budget setting and medium-term financial planning.* Oversee month-end processes, reconciliations, journals and financial controls.* Assist with year-end accounts, audit preparation and statutory reporting.* Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, systems and reporting.* Work closely with central finance teams to ensure consistent financial management across academies.### About YouPrevious experience as a Finance Manager, Trust Finance Manager, Regional Finance Manager, Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant.Experience within a Multi-Academy Trust, academy or school finance environment.Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills.Confident working with Headteachers and non-finance budget holders.Knowledge of academy trust financial reporting and controls.Experience with PS Financials, Sage, IMP, Access or similar finance systems would be advantageous.AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or CIPFA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience.Available immediately, at short notice or approaching the end of an assignment #J-18808-Ljbffr
Interim Finance Manager – Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) employer: The CFO HQ
Brent Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises strategic financial leadership and offers a collaborative work culture focused on community impact. Employees benefit from professional growth opportunities, a commitment to long-term sustainability, and the chance to influence significant projects within the Neighbourhoods & Regeneration and Finance & Resources directorates. Working here means being part of a dedicated team that values technical excellence and commercial acumen in a supportive environment.
