Strategic Schools Finance Advisor (Hybrid)

Coventry City Council; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

28 days annual leave

Job summary

Coventry City Council is seeking an enthusiastic Schools Finance Officer to act as a trusted financial adviser to a portfolio of Coventry schools. You will help school leaders manage their finances effectively and sustainably, combining strong numbers with people skills.

You’ll work with Headteachers and School Business Managers, build relationships, develop budgets, monitor spending and identify financial risks. AAT qualification or equivalent is preferred and flexibility to travel is required.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting and financial management knowledge.
• Experience budgeting, planning, forecasting and financial control.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise school leaders on budgets and financial sustainability.
• Analyse financial information and provide practical guidance to Headteachers, SBM and Governors.
• Travel to schools across Coventry to support financial processes.

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial systems

Job description

Coventry City Council is seeking an enthusiastic Schools Finance Officer to act as a trusted financial adviser to a portfolio of Coventry schools. You will help school leaders manage their finances effectively and sustainably, combining strong numbers with people skills.

You’ll work with Headteachers and School Business Managers, build relationships, develop budgets, monitor spending and identify financial risks. AAT qualification or equivalent is preferred and flexibility to travel is required.