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Salary- Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (pro rata)
- Location: Cranbrook, Kent
- Job Type: 3 month fixed term contract
We are seeking a Finance Manager to join our team, offering a pivotal role in maintaining the financial and operational aspects of our educational establishment. With a turnover of £3.5 million and a staff of 75, the successful candidate will ensure the smooth running of our financial operations, supporting our teaching staff in delivering an excellent all-round education.
Day to Day of the Role:- Oversee billing of parents for fees and extras.
- Administer payroll, pensions, and related tax documents for all staff.
- Prepare and monitor budgets, ensuring financial stability.
- Liaise with banking institutions regarding relevant financial matters.
- Produce termly management accounts, budgets, cashflows, and forecasts for the Board of Governors.
- Maintain and update financial software systems.
- Coordinate and oversee the annual financial audit.
- Manage purchase ledger payments and authorise school invoices for payment.
- Work closely with the HR manager on recruitment and salary issues.
- Coordinate outside lettings and holiday clubs.
- Manage contracts with external IT providers and cleaning companies.
- Source and renew operating leases and insurance policies.
- Order resources for various departments within the school.
- Proven experience in financial management, preferably within an educational setting (desirable but not essential).
- Strong understanding of payroll, pensions, and budgeting.
- Ability to produce accurate financial reports and forecasts.
- Competency in financial software and systems.
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work autonomously with guidance from senior management.
- Supervisory experience, overseeing at least one part-time colleague.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The successful candidate will possess the following experience and personal attributes:
- Expertise in financial management in a small or medium-sized business is essential; experience gained in an educational setting would be desirable
- Knowledge of WCBS Pass Finance would be desirable
- Customer service
- Friendly and efficient
- Forward thinking and adaptable
- Confident user of IT – particularly Excel
- Self-motivated and highly organised
- Discreet and sensitive
- Supportive to the values and aims of the School
- Shares the School’s commitment to providing a safe learning environment where safeguarding children’s welfare comes first
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Pension scheme compliance with legal obligations.
- Full-time role with 30 days holiday plus statutory Bank Holidays.
- Lunch provided during term time.
- Autonomy within the role with support from leadership.
To apply for this position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and your approach to financial management within an educational context.
