School Finance Manager Barnoldswick, Lancashire
Posted 4 days ago by Tradewind Recruitment
£164 Per day
Undetermined
Undetermined
Barnoldswick, Lancashire
Summary: The School Finance Manager role in Barnoldswick involves overseeing the financial operations of the school, including budget management, financial reporting, and compliance with statutory requirements. The position requires a proactive finance professional with experience in the education sector to support the Senior Leadership Team in resource allocation. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive community environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of the annual school budget.
- Providing monthly management accounts and variance analysis to the Headteacher and Board of Governors.
- Overseeing the accurate processing of staff payroll and pension contributions (LGPS/TPS).
- Managing school contracts and ensuring "Best Value" across all suppliers and services.
- Ensuring the school meets all SFVS (School Financial Value Standard) requirements and managing the year-end audit process.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in a finance role, ideally within the education sector or a public sector environment.
- Proficiency in school finance software such as SIMS FMS, Access Education Finance, or Sage.
- Strong Excel skills and the ability to communicate complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
- Local knowledge of Barnoldswick, near Colne and Skipton.
Salary (Rate): £164.10 daily
City: Barnoldswick
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Detailed Description From Employer:
Job Title: School Finance Manager / Finance Officer Location: Barnoldswick, Lancashire (BB18) Salary: Up to 32,000 per annum (Depending on experience) Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Are you an experienced finance professional looking to make a difference in education? We are seeking a meticulous and proactive School Finance Manager to oversee the financial health of our school in Barnoldswick . This is a pivotal role where you will manage the school budget, ensure statutory compliance, and support the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in delivering the best possible resources for our pupils. Key Responsibilities Budget Management: Leading the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of the annual school budget. Financial Reporting: Providing monthly management accounts and variance analysis to the Headteacher and Board of Governors. Payroll & Pensions: Overseeing the accurate processing of staff payroll and pension contributions (LGPS/TPS). Procurement: Managing school contracts and ensuring "Best Value" across all suppliers and services. Audit & Compliance: Ensuring the school meets all SFVS (School Financial Value Standard) requirements and managing the year-end audit process. The Ideal Candidate Experience: Proven experience in a finance role, ideally within the education sector or a public sector environment. Systems: Proficiency in school finance software such as SIMS FMS , Access Education Finance , or Sage . Skills: Strong Excel skills and the ability to communicate complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders. Local Knowledge: Based in or able to commute easily to Barnoldswick , near Colne and Skipton. Why Join Our School? Salary: Competitive pay up to 32,000 plus enrollment in the Local Government Pension Scheme. Work-Life Balance: Generous holiday entitlement and a supportive working environment. Community: Work at the heart of the Barnoldswick community in a school that values every member of staff. Professional Growth: Opportunities for CPD and specialist school business management training. How to Apply To apply for this School Finance Manager position in Barnoldswick, please click Apply Now or contact our recruitment team at Closing Date: ASAP Interview Date: ASAP This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.