Finance Business Partner - Schools & Strategy (Hybrid)

Wishford Schools; Corsham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% employer pension

EV scheme with Octopus

Cycle to work scheme

Shopping discounts

Means tested staff discount

Pro rota paid holiday + bank holidays

Access to counselling scheme

Fully funded apprenticeships

Discretionary Christmas stand down

Personal accident at work cover

Flexible working patterns, with remote

Job summary

Wishford Education is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join the central finance team in Corsham, Wiltshire, with regular travel to schools across the group. The role includes ownership of monthly reporting, forecasting, and providing financial insights to support informed decisions for each school and the wider group.

You will work closely with Headteachers and School Business Managers, oversee financial controls, and support finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide monthly management reporting and forecasting for allocated schools.
• Deliver meaningful financial analysis, identify risks and opportunities.
• Challenge and support school leaders to achieve financial objectives.
• Oversee key financial processes and ensure strong financial controls.
• Provide day-to-day management and support to finance assistants.

Job description

Wishford Education is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join the central finance team in Corsham, Wiltshire, with regular travel to schools across the group. The role includes ownership of monthly reporting, forecasting, and providing financial insights to support informed decisions for each school and the wider group.

You will work closely with Headteachers and School Business Managers, oversee financial controls, and support finance staff.