Finance Consultant (Education)

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Orpington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking Finance Consultants to support schools and multi-academy trusts across North Kent and Surrey. This role includes delivering training, advising on best practices, and managing client relationships while working flexibly from home. Ideal candidates will possess strong financial knowledge and ACA/ACCA qualifications, alongside a passion for improving client support.

Benefits

Generous mileage reimbursement (HMRC rate)

Flexible, home-based working

Increased holiday allowance

Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Plan

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified preferred or working towards.
• Experience in the education sector.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training to school finance staff.
• Provide interim cover for senior finance roles.
• Produce management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.

Skills

Financial knowledge

Communication

Training

Relationship building

Project management

Collaboration

Education

ACA or ACCA Qualified

Working towards ACA or ACCA

Job description

Finance Consultant
Salary: 32,000 - 45,000 per annum (DOE)
Location: Home/Field Based - Servicing clients situated across North Kent and Surrey.
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm (37hpw)

KHR are currently working with a specialist financial service provider who, due to continued growth, are looking to hire a number of Finance Consultants with a variety of levels of experience to cover their client base across North Kent and Surrey.

As the Finance Consultant, you will work with schools and multi-academy trusts in your allocated territory, providing cover, advising on best practices, delivering training and completing any work required as part of the project.

This is a field-based role, covering areas including Sutton and Dartford. Although your home will act as a base, you will be required to visit the Kent-based office monthly and attend training and planned meetings.

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Finance Consultant, you'll support with various finance-related services including;

- Delivering training to school finance staff
- Providing interim cover for senior finance roles (Finance Controller / CFO level)
- Producing management accounts, budgets, and forecasts
- Supporting clients through year-end processes and audits
- Advising on best practices in line with the Academies Financial Handbook
- Leading on client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor
- Mentoring junior team members and contributing to team development
- You'll also be involved in internal projects, client scheduling, CPD, sector engagement, and promoting the business through networking and social platforms.

Candidate Profile

- ACA or ACCA Qualified preferred (or working towards)
- Solid financial knowledge and skills
- Experience working within the education sector
- Comfortable working independently and managing your diary
- A confident communicator who can build relationships and deliver training
- Passionate about providing high-quality support and helping clients improve
- Experience with budgeting, reporting, and statutory compliance
- A proactive and collaborative mindset
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your vehicle

What's on offer:

- Salary between 32,000 - 45,000 depending on experience
- Generous mileage reimbursement (HMRC rate)
- Flexible, home-based working
- Increasing holiday allowance with the option to buy and sell holiday
- Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare Plan
- Team socials and charity events
- Study support (where relevant)
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Supportive, upbeat, and collaborative team culture

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