Education Finance Manager — Budgeting, Forecasting & Controls

Bourne Education Trust; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 36,874 - 39,820; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous workplace pension through LGPS

Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities

Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service

Well-being support including online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme

Savings on everyday spending through My Staff Shop

Work-life balance and family friendly policies

Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme

Job summary

An educational organization is seeking a Finance Manager to join their team in Addlestone. This role requires overseeing finance operations and ensuring compliance across multiple schools. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant experience, knowledge of educational finance systems, and be part-qualified as an accountant. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with a salary range of £36,874 to £39,820. Benefits include a generous pension, ongoing training, and well-being support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience required.
• Proven track record of continuous professional development.
• Experience in a MAT or public-sector finance environment.

Responsibilities

• Line manage Finance Officer(s) and oversee financial operations.
• Execute month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and reforecasts.
• Set and manage the annual budget covering 3 years.

Skills

Management of finance operations

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Knowledge of PS Financials

Commitment to child safeguarding

Education

Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant

Tools

PS Financials

Arbor

IMPay

Edupay

Job description

An educational organization is seeking a Finance Manager to join their team in Addlestone. This role requires overseeing finance operations and ensuring compliance across multiple schools. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant experience, knowledge of educational finance systems, and be part-qualified as an accountant. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with a salary range of £36,874 to £39,820. Benefits include a generous pension, ongoing training, and well-being support.