School Finance Manager - Cheswick green Primary School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Finance Manager to join a nurturing team at a vibrant primary school. This pivotal role involves providing comprehensive financial support, including management accounting, budgeting, and cash flow monitoring. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to quality and a positive approach, you will significantly impact the educational outcomes of students. If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Supportive community of families and staff

Commitment to safeguarding

Strong culture of teamwork and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Proficiency in management accounting, budgeting, and cash flow monitoring is essential.
• Strong multitasking abilities and composure under pressure are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial administration and manage resources effectively.
• Work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team on financial strategy.

Skills

Management Accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash Flow Monitoring

Stakeholder Liaison

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Education

Relevant Finance Qualification

Job description

SCHOOL FINANCE MANAGER At Cheswick Green Primary School, Cheswick Way, Solihull, B90 4HG

PAY RANGE: Band D (D21-D26) pro rata

Required from: June 2025 (full time)

The Governors and Headteacher are seeking to appoint an excellent school finance manager to join our passionate, nurturing team at Cheswick Green Primary School. The school finance manager is a pivotal position offering comprehensive financial and accounting support, from setting policy and managing resources, to overseeing all aspects of financial administration. You'll play a key role in shaping our financial strategy by working closely with the Headteacher, the Senior Leadership Team, and our governing body. This is a busy and demanding post, so we are looking for an experienced, organised and dynamic finance professional seeking a rewarding role where their expertise can truly make a difference. Proficiency in monthly management accounting, asset management, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow monitoring will be essential. Beyond technical skills, we're looking for someone who excels at stakeholder liaison. Thriving in a fast-paced environment demands strong multitasking abilities, composure under pressure, and exceptional organisational skills. The successful candidate’s positive, flexible approach, commitment to quality, and unwavering attention to detail will have a large impact on the educational outcomes of our students.

We can offer:

1. Amazing children with excellent behaviour and fantastic attitudes.
2. A passionate and inspiring school team with a strong culture of teamwork, community and wellbeing.
3. A nurturing school with a commitment to safeguarding.
4. A friendly and supportive community of families, staff and governors, working together with the children to ensure the very best for all, in all that we do, all of the time.

For additional information about our school, please visit: www.cheswick-green.solihull.sch.uk. Informal visits are welcomed.

Please contact our school office by email or on 01564 703 336 to organise a mutually agreeable time.

Please send applications to [e-mail] for the attention of Mrs. S Stephens.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS, Prohibition check, and qualifications. All applicants will be required to provide 2 suitable references.

Closing Date: Thursday 8th May 2025 at 12pm

Interview Date: week commencing 19th May 2025

Attached documents
Job Description & Person Specification
Job Advert
Application Form