Interim Finance Manager
JOB_53459504728521Job type
TemporaryLocation
FeatherstoneWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£50-55k per annum (pro rata for a 6-month contract)
Interim Finance Manager Featherstone - £50-55k 6 months
Overview
We are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Finance Manager to join a dynamic Multi Academy Trust. This role is pivotal in supporting the financial operations of multiple schools within the Trust, with a particular focus on business partnering, stakeholder engagement, and strategic financial oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
- Lead the financial management of the Trust’s lead school, overseeing a budget of approximately £5 million.
- Initially responsible for the finances of two smaller schools, with scope to expand across the Trust.
- Prepare and present monthly management accounts, including detailed commentaries and variance analysis.
- Develop and maintain robust forecasting models and annual budgets in collaboration with school leadership teams.
- Ensure timely and accurate VAT returns and compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Maintain strong balance sheet controls, including reconciliations and financial integrity checks.
Project Finance
- Oversee financial planning, monitoring, and reporting for capital projects, including a £3 million building works programme across two schools.
- Liaise with contractors, project managers, and internal stakeholders to ensure financial accountability and value for money.
Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as a trusted advisor to Headteachers, Deputy Heads, and senior leadership teams, providing financial insights to support decision-making.
- Monitor and advise on discretionary spending by school leaders, ensuring alignment with regulatory frameworks and internal policies.
- Build strong relationships across the Trust to promote financial awareness and accountability.
Audit & Compliance
- Lead the year-end audit process, preparing schedules, liaising with external auditors, and ensuring statutory compliance.
- Support the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures across the Trust.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven experience in a finance role within education, public sector, or a similarly regulated environment.
- Strong understanding of budget management, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple sites.
- Experience with capital project finance and audit preparation.
Desirable
- Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA).
- Experience within a Multi Academy Trust or school finance environment.
- Knowledge of academy financial regulations and ESFA reporting requirements.
Interim Finance ManagerJOB_534595047285212025-09-262025-12-25
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