Finance Manager - Leigh, United Kingdom - Appoint-Ed Support Staff Ltd

Appoint-Ed Support Staff Ltd

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Leigh, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Are you a Finance Manager looking for a role with work/life balance?

Are you looking for a supportive employer who invests in training and development?

Would you love the autonomy to drive an organisation's financial strategy?
Is it important for you to work in a motivated team that genuinely enjoy coming to work?
If so, this might be the role for you
I am working with Bedford High School to find them a permanent Finance Manager.

In a recent survey, staff commented:

_"Bedford is a great place to work"_

- _"I have found the staff to be friendly, welcoming, supportive and a credit to the school"_
- _"I'm very happy here"_

You will drive the financial strategy of the school and be responsible for all health and safety.

This role would suit a switched-on Finance Manager with the ability to learn the Health and Safety element of the role.

You will work in a successful, well-run school, and benefit from their investment in training and an exceptional public sector pension.

Important Details:

Salary is £48,587 £52,21 37 hours a week 08:0016:00, Monday to Friday
The role is all year round
Outstanding public sector pension with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund
Annual leave can be taken during term time if agreed by the Headteacher
Employee Assistance Programme
Committed Wellbeing Team
Cycle to work scheme
Family friendly policies
Staff rewards
New gym facilities being added this year
Continued professional development

Duties of the Finance Manager

Provide leadership of Bedford High Schools Finance and Accounting strategy.
Work as an integral member of the SLT and advise in relation to all financial matters affecting the school and contribute to the effective strategic planning, delivery, and evaluation of the school.
Prepare, manage, and monitor the whole school budget providing regular management reports to budget holders, Headteacher and Governors.
Advise the Senior Leadership Team and Governors on the most efficient use of resources.
Effective analysis, monitoring and evaluation of school functions.
Jointly lead on the marketing strategy for the school and development of income generation.
Assist with the development of policies to improve support functions across the school.
Have responsibility for Health and Safety for the school.
Have responsibility for the development of the school premises.
Oversee the strategic management and development of the school's ICT systems and infrastructure.
Ensure the school financial systems, policies & procedures are compliant and support growth.
Lead and develop the finance team.
Ensure budgeting processes are managed, monitored, and reviewed with appropriate reports presented to the Governing Body.
Actively committing to making the school a safe and stimulating environment for staff, pupils, and visitors.
Ensure that necessary risk assessment procedures are in place and that staff with designated responsibility for risk assessment are trained in the identification of hazards and associated risks.
Support the Headteacher in the implementation of disaster recovery and emergency action
Act as project manager for all premises related projects.
Assist in the strategic planning for future development of the school buildings, its resources and service to the community served. To deal with all outside contractors, plan works schedules and supervise their work where appropriate.

The Finance Manager Must Have

Significant experience in finance roles at a senior level
Proven experience of managing a team of staff
Degree in Business or Finance or equivalent recognised qualification
Willingness to work towards Level 5 Diploma for School Business Leaders
A good working knowledge of GDPR and procedures
Detailed knowledge of financial regulations and codes of practice
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
High level of interpersonal and communication skills
Adaptable and diplomatic approach to differing solutions
Willingness to be flexible to work outside the normal working pattern when required
Ability to use initiative to respond to and resolve a range of longterm problems
Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team of staff over several areas of work
Professional appearance and conduct
A committed lifelong learner willing to undertake further training to suit the needs of the role
Flexibility working outside of normal school hours will be required
The willingness to be generous in time and spirit
A sense of humour and positive outlook
A determination to succeed
Energy and enthusiasm
A willingness to strengthen links with the community
Build and maintain effective relationships
Ability to anticipate and solve problems creatively
Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
Very high level of competence in IT
Evidence of personal development

An Advantage but not Essential:

Experience of preparation of and submission of bids for funding to external agencies
Experience of working in a school or similar environment
Level 5 Diploma for School Business Leaders (DSBM)
Detailed knowledge of financial regulations and codes of practice
Knowledge of legislation relevant to Safeguarding within a school environment

If you are the Finance Manager Bedford High School are searching for, let's talk.
**Please send your CV via this ad or call the Appoint-Ed office and speak with Kellie