Senior Finance Officer - Dorset Studio School

Dorset Council; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Studio School is seeking a Finance Manager to ensure financial integrity and support strategic decision-making. The role involves managing financial processes, preparing reports, and overseeing budgeting activities within a dynamic educational environment. Ideal candidates will be part-qualified or fully qualified accountants with a commitment to safeguarding and excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting and management.
• Strong analytical abilities and budgeting experience.
• Knowledge of the Academies Financial Handbook.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly and year-end financial processes.
• Prepare financial reports and management accounts.
• Collaborate on financial planning and compliance.

Skills

Financial Management

Compliance

Budgeting

Analysis

Education

Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, AAT, CIMA)

Job description

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About the role

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Location: Dorset Studio School

Dorset Studio School has a vacancy for a Finance Manager to join the team. You will be an integral part of the team responsible for ensuring high standards of financial integrity within the school.

You will manage the monthly and year-end financial processes, ensuring compliance with the Academies Financial Handbook.

Collaborate with the School Business Manager, Principal, and Senior Leaders on financial planning to support effective strategic decision-making.

Implement best practices and standardize processes and procedures as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely production and issuance of financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and returns
• Prepare monthly management accounts
• Provide financial reports, analysis, and updates for the Local Governing Body
• Develop the annual budget and reforecasts for approval by the LGB
• Oversee the academy's accounting procedures, ensuring policy adherence
• Serve as the Chief Financial Officer for the school
• Maintain finance records suitable for audit
• Manage and develop the school's finance staff, including training and performance reviews
• Work with senior leadership to ensure effective financial management and strategic decision-making
• Identify and pursue income-generating activities, including bids and grants
• Collaborate with the SENCO to secure high-needs funding
• Drive initiatives that promote compliance, value for money, and high standards

Qualification Criteria

• Right to work in the UK
• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, AAT, or CIMA)

For more details, please review the Job Description.

Interested? Intrigued? Excited?

If you want to work in a good school with a creative and ambitious outlook, we would love to hear from you. We remain oversubscribed with both students and staff! We fill rare staff vacancies quickly. Please visit www.dorsetstudioschool.co.uk for more information.

Further Information

Safer Recruitment Procedure

The Dorset Studio School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The selection process includes at least two references, and background checks may be conducted to verify information.

Child Protection Statement

The successful candidate will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, in line with national safer recruitment guidelines. An online search may be conducted as part of due diligence.

Equal Opportunities

The school values diversity and welcomes applications from all community sectors. This role is UK-based, and your Right to Work will need to be verified.

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