Finance Manager (Term Time Only)

Are you looking for the next step in your finance career within the public sector? Do you thrive on accuracy, enjoy working collaboratively, and want to make a difference in a nationally recognised education provider known for its success and strong community values?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected education provider in East London as a Finance Manager (Term Time Only), going into the office five times per week. You’ll play a key role in ensuring sound financial management across a multi-million-pound budget, supporting senior leaders to make informed decisions and maintain strong financial controls. As the position is term time only, the salary for this role will be pro-rata'd. 

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, ensuring all income and expenditure is processed and tracked correctly
• Oversee key budgets, ensuring funds are used effectively and within agreed limits
• Support departments with budget management and provide regular updates on financial performance
• Process and reconcile income and expenditure, ensuring all transactions are accurate and compliant
• Monitor invoices, contracts, and suppliers to ensure value for money and adherence to financial procedures
• Assist with monthly and termly financial reporting, supporting the senior leadership team and governors with accurate data

Why Join

You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive team within a thriving organisation that values both professional excellence and personal wellbeing. As this is a term time only posiiton, staff benefit from generous school holiday leave, on-site facilities such as a gym, and a friendly, team-oriented culture that promotes development, collaboration, and long-term career satisfaction. 

Person Specification

• Experience working in the education or wider public sector is essential
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, and budget monitoring
• Confident Excel user, comfortable with formulas, data analysis, and reconciliations
• Organised, methodical, and numerically minded with excellent attention to detail
• Team player who communicates well and can build positive relationships across the organisation
• A relevant finance qualification or degree (or working towards one) would be an advantage

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced finance professional with a background in education or public sector finance and you’re looking for a varied and rewarding role within a respected East London organisation, apply today to be considered for this Finance Manager position.