Education Federation Finance Manager - Budgets & Grants

eTeach UK Limited; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catshill Middle, First School & Nursery is seeking a capable School Business Manager to lead financial planning and operational administration within our federation. You will partner with the Headteacher, Local Governing Board and Trust team to secure resources, ensure compliance and support teaching and learning.

We expect strong numeracy, organisation and analytical skills, with experience in financial management, budgeting and reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical, organisational and analytical skills essential.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and committed to confidentiality, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Experience in financial management, budgeting and financial administration is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets, forecasts and financial reports to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including purchasing, invoices, payments, banking and account reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities to secure additional funding, grants and income.
• Oversee financial compliance, audits, procurement, contracts and value for money.
• Lead the financial and operational administration of the school's Wraparound Care provision.
• Check monthly payroll reports and support staff with pay-related queries.
• Maintain accurate financial records, asset inventories, licences and statutory returns.
• Work with colleagues to maintain effective risk management and ensure compliance with Trust policies and statutory requirements.

Skills

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Confidentiality

Job description

Catshill Middle, First School & Nursery is seeking a capable School Business Manager to lead financial planning and operational administration within our federation. You will partner with the Headteacher, Local Governing Board and Trust team to secure resources, ensure compliance and support teaching and learning.

We expect strong numeracy, organisation and analytical skills, with experience in financial management, budgeting and reporting.