Job Description

Working closely with the senior leadership teams, this role will support the strategic development of schools within the Trust and take responsibility for the academies, providing quality financial support and advice.
Key duties will include:

• Budget management and maximizing income generation
• Cash flow management & forecasting
• Strategic financial planning
• Review of monthly management accounts
• Variance analysis
• Capital expenditure
• Preparation of various financial reports
• Liaison with external auditors
• Management of relevant statutory requirements
• Liaison with the Trust's HR & Payroll Team
• Work with Academy office managers to establish effective working practices
• Liaison with the Site Manager regarding the long-term site plan
• Explore income generation opportunities for the Academies including support with bid writing.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate could be a part of fully qualified accountant or someone with a degree in business management with a relevant skill set. A key part of this role will be building strong relationships with the Head teachers in order to work together successfully. Experience of working in a similar role is highly desirable.