The Central Finance Team at University Schools Trust in East London is expanding, and this Finance Business Partner post supports budget holders and senior managers in financial and strategic decisions. The work covers monthly reporting, forecasting, budget setting and audit oversight, with spend challenged on a portfolio basis. Considerable time is spent at schools across the trust rather than at head office alone. A CIMA, ACCA or CIPFA qualification is required, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Give financial guidance and support to senior managers and budget holders
- Challenge and support senior managers in managing spend on a portfolio basis
- Identify financial risks and opportunities and propose solutions to manage them
- Run the monthly end reporting cycle and management accounts
- Produce periodic forecasts and set the annual budget
- Turn financial information into insightful commentary
- Contribute to benchmarking, dashboarding and financial modelling
- Oversee operational financial management and audits
Qualifications
- CIMA, ACCA or CIPFA qualification
Experience
- Extensive experience in financial management, including budget monitoring and risk management
- Expertise in completing financial reports and handling transactional and strategic responsibilities
Skills & knowledge
- Strong accounting knowledge and ability to explain concepts to colleagues
- Sound organisation and time management skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a pressurised environment
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
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Finance Business Partner in City of London employer: UNIVERSITY SCHOOLS TRUST, EAST LONDON
University Schools Trust in East London is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the safety and well-being of both staff and students. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills through various training opportunities while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance educational environments across multiple sites.
Contact Details:
UNIVERSITY SCHOOLS TRUST, EAST LONDON Recruitment Team
