School Finance Manager

CloudStone Education Services; City Of London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services provider in London is seeking a School Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, manage reports, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have an AAT qualification or equivalent, prior experience in financial management ideally in education, and strong IT skills, particularly with school finance systems. This full-time role offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification (or equivalent) or working towards it.
• Previous experience in financial management in education or public sector.
• Strong IT and Excel skills; experience with school finance systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school’s financial operations.
• Monitor and manage income and expenditure.
• Prepare reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Strong IT and Excel skills

Previous experience in financial management

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Education

AAT qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

SIMS/FMS

Arbor

Job description

Overview

School Finance Manager – Primary School

Location: Wandsworth
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £41,500 to £44,400 depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school’s financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Monitor and manage income and expenditure in line with school and local authority policies.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements.
• Prepare reports for the Headteacher, Governors, and external bodies.
• Consult with suppliers, the local authority, and other stakeholders.
• Support funding applications and income generation initiatives.
• Work closely with administrative staff to streamline financial processes.

What we are Looking For

• AAT qualification (or equivalent) or working towards it.
• Previous experience in financial management, ideally in an educational or public sector setting.
• Strong IT and Excel skills; experience with school finance systems (e.g. SIMS/FMS, Arbor, or similar) is an advantage.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A team player who is proactive and solution-focused.

How to Apply

We look forward to hearing from you. Please email your CV to [e-mail] or visit our website and apply online at CloudStone | Education Services (cloud-stone.co.uk).

About Us

CloudStone Education Services focuses solely on non-teaching roles within schools and universities across London and the Home Counties. We pride ourselves on providing high standards for candidates, schools, and universities alike.

We will help you find the right short-term, long-term, or permanent role in a school and location that suits you. We are also here to guide you through every step of the recruitment process and provide a wealth of resources and expert advice to support you in your search for the perfect role.