School Finance Manager - Hackney

Job Description

Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.

"Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible."

Are you able to consistently and confidently provide high quality financial administrative support?

Do you have a good understanding of the financial functions and duties of a locally managed school?

Are you eligible to work in the UK?

Apply right away if the answer to these questions is a yes!!

About the school:

This amazing School in Hackney seeks to serve its community by providing excellent and creative education in a well mannered setting. The dedicated staff, amazing group of children and committed governors work hard to support strengths, improve weaknesses and remove any barriers that may prevent reaching potential.

They are looking for an experienced Finance Manager committed to providing a highly effective and efficient administrative function to their stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is keen to broaden their experience across a range of finance areas.

The position requires Full time availability, 08:30am-16:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Following are some of the responsibilities for this role:

• To maintain systems to facilitate effective financial control within the school
• To assist in the preparation of budgets
• To facilitate the payment of authorised invoices
• Maintain the school's financial and accountancy systems
• Liaise with the school's payroll provider regarding the correct payment of staff salaries, including the administration of claims for travel and overtime
• Ensure that the school obtains best possible value for money from suppliers and contractors
• Manage school fund account, ensuring all income is accurately accounted for and receipts given for cash

Some of the benefits of working for this role include:

• Competitive pay rates / Weekly pay
• Training and development courses
• A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles
• Online availability with an App-based booking system
• Refer a friend scheme with a reward of £300 of shopping vouchers!
• Onsite car parking along with transport links

Main requirements to get cleared for this role:

• Experience of finance and administration in a similar school sector environment
• A sound knowledge of financial management and accounting procedures
• Ability to identify work priorities and manage own workload to meet deadlines whilst
• ensuring that lower priority work is kept up to date
• Competence in standard office software (Word, Outlook and Excel) essential
• Ability to communicate effectively with persons at all levels
• Eligibility to work in the UK - this is essential
• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• 2 proven relevant experience

About us:

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. xwzovoh

How to Apply:

If you are ready to make a real difference at your next school, don't wait - apply now! To apply for this position, please apply now or submit your CV via this site.

I look forward to hearing from you!