Head of Finance Operations - London, United Kingdom - Royal Borough of Greenwich

Royal Borough of Greenwich

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Head of Finance Operations

Closing date:25th February 2024

Scale:
APTEC Scale PO8 (points depending on experience

Hours: 35 hours a week, full time.

Salary:
£60,468 - £63,879 per annum

Contract type:
Permanent contract

Start date:
As soon as possible

The Trust budget from September 2024 is expected to be c. £35 million, with over 4,000 students and up to 500 staff. As an expanding MAT, these figures are likely to increase further in the next few years. This is a fantastic time to join us as we develop and grow.

Specifically, we are looking for an individual that can:

Manage the central finance team in delivering day to day financial operations including purchase ledger, sales ledger, cash management and payroll.
Provide support and guidance to Business Managers throughout the Trust and put in place systems and processes to ensure consistency and compliance to the financial handbook.
Prepare monthly management accounts using the Trusts budget forecasting system and present financial information to all levels of management.
Oversee the closure and reconciliation of the accounts and assist the CFO in the preparation of the Statement of Accounts and supporting audit papers.
Assist the CFO in completing all returns to the ESFA including the Academy Accounts return and Budget Forecast Return.
Assist the CFO in preparing the short and long term budget plans utilising curriculum lead financial planning.

As a member of PolyMAT staff, we can offer you:

Opportunities to contribute ideas and develop initiatives that improve the school
Outstanding staff: professional, supportive and committed
Opportunities for career progression
Excellent professional development
The opportunity to play your part to help provide a rewarding environment where students and staff feel valued and supported and everyone feels part of the 'Poly Family'
A contributory pension scheme
Opportunities to collaborate with outstanding and dynamic teaching professionals
Access to various discounts for a small monthly fee
An employee assistance programme
Season ticket loans
Excellent catering facilities with complimentary daily coffee for staff
Secure onsite parking
Cycle2Work Scheme
A focus on wellbeing with a dedicated wellbeing committee to liaise with SLT

PolyMAT is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and providing opportunities for people with disabilities. We are an inclusive Trust who strives to provide an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.

We aspire to ensure that every member of our community, regardless of circumstances or background, have the opportunity to be the best version of themselves through our vision of 'Success for Everyone'.

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