School Finance Manager - Budget & Compliance Leader

Isle of Wight Council; Binstead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Isle of Wight Council's school finance team is seeking an outstanding Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of a thriving school community, reporting directly to the Headteacher and delivering strategic financial advice.

You will set and monitor the school budget, prepare forecasts and financial reports, ensure compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements, and support the Senior Leadership team to secure excellent pupil outcomes.

Qualifications

• Recognised finance qualification or substantial relevant experience.
• Proven experience of budget setting, financial management and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• High levels of accuracy, integrity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Leading the school's financial management systems and processes
• Setting, monitoring and managing the school budget
• Preparing budget forecasts and financial reports
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, internal controls and audit requirements
• Overseeing purchasing, invoicing and income collection processes
• Identifying opportunities for financial efficiencies whilst supporting the school's strategic objectives

Skills

Budget management

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Finance qualification or substantial relevant experience

Job description

Isle of Wight Council's school finance team is seeking an outstanding Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of a thriving school community, reporting directly to the Headteacher and delivering strategic financial advice.

You will set and monitor the school budget, prepare forecasts and financial reports, ensure compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements, and support the Senior Leadership team to secure excellent pupil outcomes.