Finance Manager (Full Time or Term Time +) Hybrid Work - Full-time

We are looking for a diligent and meticulous Finance Manager to join our supportive and collaborative team. You will be able to promote expedient and professional financial services while ensuring adherence to TKAT and wider procurement policies and guidance.
Working with the Business Manager you will assist in facilitating a full and accurate account of each school's financial records. Demonstrating excellent leadership skills with effective communication you will manage the day-to-day operation of the Finance Officer(s).
Assisting our TKAT Weald Primary Schools - Napier Primary Academy, Ore Village Primary Academy, Pluckley C of E Primary School, Smarden Primary School and any additional schools that may also be supported by the Business Manager. This role will be hybrid with travel to the schools required a few days a week as determined by business requirements.
You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team who all share the same vision of achieving more together.

+ Working knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures and practice
+ Attention to detail, with an ability to spot numerical errors
+ A flexible approach to working. Worked in an office and or Hybrid environment
+ Enthusiasm and commitment to working as part of a team
+ Excellent communication skills who develops positive relationships

Founded in 1716, Smarden original school building is at the heart of the beautiful village. The building at the front dates back to 1858. In 2014/2015, the school underwent extensive refurbishment and new building works. This was a wonderful opportunity for the school and was part of the Priority School Building Programme.
Four new, large classrooms were built to the rear of the old building and we are now able to deliver a 21st century learning environment within a new single-storey building, a new link corridor connecting the two buildings together and a new outdoor space with provision for games, social use and outdoor classrooms.
We also have a wooded area on site where we run Forest School, allowing the children to embrace the outdoors as an inspirational learning environment.
We offer the best learning environment for children ages 2-11. We endeavor to instill the best teaching methods for our articulate and intelligent pupils. We follow the Discover-Explore-Create curriculum, allowing them to be inquisitive and critical thinkers, always giving their best.
In September 2019, Smarden Nursery became part of Smarden Primary School and the wider TKAT family. Smarden Nursery has provided childcare for the village and local area for over 25 years in various formats. Merging with Smarden Primary School has helped to secure the long term future of the setting.
We aim for our children to develop lifelong skills, the ability to take responsibility for their own learning so that they can face future challenges with confidence. We pride ourselves on providing a happy, caring, supportive and positive learning atmosphere where each child can achieve success. We actively encourage partnership between parents and our local community. We live by our values; Ambition, Respect, Kindness.

+ Excellent ongoing CPD and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
+ Coaching and mentoring from the academy's experienced leadership team
+ A comprehensive induction programme
+ Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life
balance
+ The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
+ Free eye tests
+ Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; 'achieving more together', giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.