Finance Leader - Multi-Site School Cluster (Maternity Cover)

Barnsley Academy; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

On-site parking

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Staff training & development

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Job summary

Barnsley Academy, part of United Learning, seeks an experienced Finance Manager to cover maternity leave across the Yorkshire Cluster. You will oversee financial systems, lead the finance team and ensure accurate reporting for Barnsley, Fir Vale, Sheffield Park and Sheffield Springs Academies.

The role demands a proactive, detail-focused finance professional with multi-site experience, strong communication and the ability to balance priorities in a dynamic education group.

Qualifications

• Proven financial management experience in a multi-site organisation or similar setting.
• Strong ability to prepare clear reports for varied audiences and senior management.
• Excellent leadership and people-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial systems and processes across the Yorkshire Cluster.
• Lead the Finance Team and coordinate with academy leadership.
• Deliver reliable financial information, forecasts and budget management.
• Contribute to policy and procedure reviews and development.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Policy development

Organisation

Education

CIMA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

ERP system

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Barnsley Academy, part of United Learning, seeks an experienced Finance Manager to cover maternity leave across the Yorkshire Cluster. You will oversee financial systems, lead the finance team and ensure accurate reporting for Barnsley, Fir Vale, Sheffield Park and Sheffield Springs Academies.

The role demands a proactive, detail-focused finance professional with multi-site experience, strong communication and the ability to balance priorities in a dynamic education group.