Interim Finance Manager

Robertson Bell is proud to be partnering with a large and growing Multi-Academy Trust in the recruitment of an Interim Finance Manager. The role is due to be for circa 12 months with the potential to be extended.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will take the lead on all financial management activity across a portfolio of schools within a defined region. Working closely with senior finance leadership and directly with headteachers and regional executive leaders, you will be a trusted adviser and a credible voice on financial matters at school level.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparation, review and management of school budgets, forecasts and monthly management accounts
• Delivery of financial business partnering to headteachers and regional leadership
• Supporting and challenging budget holders to maintain sustainable financial positions

The Person needed:

• Experience working in a school or academy trust setting —is highly desirable but not essential
• Proven experience in management accounts, budgeting and financial forecasting
• Strong communication and business partnering skills
• A professional accounting qualification is desirable but not essential 

Please apply ASAP to be considered.