Education/Qualifications/Training
Qualifiedor part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent), AATLevel 4, or substantial relevant finance management experience
Evidenceof continuing professional development in finance, accounting or leadership
Experience
Significantexperience of managing day-to-day financial operations within a complexorganisation
Experienceof producing accurate management information, financial reports, forecastsand budget monitoring reports
Experienceof implementing and maintaining robust financial controls, procedures andgovernance arrangements
Experienceof managing purchase ledger, sales ledger, income collection, debt recoveryand payment processes
Experienceof preparing balance sheet reconciliations, control account reconciliationsand month-end processes
Experienceof financial systems administration and improving financial processes throughsystem development or automation
Experienceof managing, supervising and developing staff within a finance function
Experienceof advising and supporting non-financial managers and budget holders
Experienceof maintaining compliance with financial regulations, policies and statutoryrequirements
Knowledge &Understanding
Strongknowledge of financial controls, accounting principles and best practicefinancial management
Soundunderstanding of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financialreporting
Knowledgeof internal control frameworks, fraud prevention and risk managementprinciples
Understandingof procurement processes and value for money principles
Goodknowledge of financial regulations, governance requirements and auditprocesses
Excellentunderstanding of accounting systems and financial data management
Attributes, Skills andAbilities
Excellentanalytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues andimplement practical solutions
AdvancedExcel and financial systems skills, including reporting and data analysis
Abilityto interpret financial information and present it clearly to both financialand non-financial audiences
Strongorganisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities andmeet deadlines
Abilityto develop effective systems, processes and controls that drive continuousimprovement
Excellentattention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Strongleadership and people management skills
Abilityto challenge constructively and influence colleagues at all levels
Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills
Abilityto maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgement
Abilityto build positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
Personal Qualities
Values-driven, committed to Safeguarding, student welfare, equality anddiversity
Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to undertake furthertraining and continuous learning
Commitment tothe aims, values and ethos of the Foundation, including Quality of Life andPositive Behaviour Support
Willingness to undertaketraining as required and commitment to ongoing professional development
Demonstrates integrity,honesty and professionalism at all times
Committed toaccountability, transparency and stewardship of resources
Resilient and able toremain calm under pressure
Collaborative andsupportive
Willingness to workflexibly to meet organisational requirements, including occasional attendanceat meetings outside normal working hours
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Contact Details:
The William Henry Smith School and Sixth Form Recruitment Team
