School Finance Manager

Teaching vacancies; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based school is seeking a dedicated professional to manage financial systems and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in budget management, be proficient in financial software, and have a strong commitment to safeguarding children. This position offers flexibility in hours and working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing financial systems within an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of school budget management and financial compliance.
• Demonstrable commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain efficient financial systems and procedures.
• Maintain oversight of budgets, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage secure and accurate financial data and relationships with external bodies.

Skills

Financial system management

Budget management

Proficient in financial software

Organizational skills

Report compliance

Staff training

Commitment to safeguarding

Tools

Financial software

Office software

Job description

Job details

Job role: Administration, HR, data and finance

Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share): 32 hours per week, 41 weeks of the year, flexible working arrangements for days of the week.

Contract type: Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary: Between £32,061 and £36,363 depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain appropriate, efficient financial systems and procedures within the school.
• Maintain rigorous oversight of budgets, accounts, processes, and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Manage secure and accurate financial data using school-specific systems and standard software packages.
• Provide timely, authoritative financial direction on budgeting, best value, procurement, regulations, and income generation.
• Ensure all staff involved in financial matters are competent and understand their responsibilities.
• Assist with income generation activities alongside the Head Teacher and governing body.
• Manage financial relationships with external bodies, including reporting, accounts payable/receivable, banking, CFR returns, grants, school fund, leasing, special event finances, and year-end accounts.
• Liaise with support staff to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing where appropriate.
• Support non-financial administrative duties as requested by the Head Teacher.
• Uphold and enhance the school's reputation through positive engagement with pupils, parents, carers, and the wider community.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in managing financial systems and procedures, ideally within an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of school budget management, accounting, and financial compliance.
• Proficient in using financial software and standard office software packages.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to provide accurate, timely financial advice.
• Experience of working with external financial bodies and managing related reporting and compliance.
• Ability to train and support staff in financial responsibilities.
• Demonstrable commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable Qualities

• A proactive, solution-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a friendly, purposeful team environment.
• Commitment to supporting a differentiated and personalised curriculum through effective financial management.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to a positive school culture that motivates, challenges, and inspires.

What the school offers its staff

At Falconhurst, we pride ourselves on being an open, friendly, and purposeful school where all children are given the opportunity to flourish in a safe and stimulating atmosphere. Our ethos drives us to motivate, challenge, and inspire every pupil through a creative and personalised curriculum.

You will be joining a school that values strong, supportive relationships among staff, pupils, families, and the wider community. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a school with fabulous children who make everyday a learning day and a team committed to providing inspirational and exemplary education.

Flexible working opportunities

Hours can be flexible to suit the right candidate. This may include remote working and flexible hours and days within the week.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. Visas cannot be sponsored. If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Everyone in Falconhurst School has a duty to help keep children and young people safe by providing a safe environment, identifying children who are suffering or likely to suffer significant harm and taking appropriate action.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application. CVs will not be accepted for this application.