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Experience of educational financial management -
Experience of financial accounting - monthly
Hold a finance qualification relevant to the role., Ambition: we instil a lifelong love of learning and nurture skills and talents
To uphold our commitment to safeguarding and to promote the wellbeing of children.
To actively promote the vision and values of our Trust with all stakeholders, including
To robustly follow all policies, procedures, working practices and regulations, and in
To contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
To comply with all reasonable management requests., To support the Chief Finance Officer in providing financial leadership and professional
To have Trust-wide responsibility for comprehensive financial planning, ensuring robust
To work closely with Trustees, Governors and School Leaders to provide tailored reports
To assist with the Trust's long term financial strategy and planning, conducting thorough
To prepare comprehensive management accounts and present to stakeholders.
To deputise for the Chief Finance Officer as directed by the CEO, CFO or Trust Board.
To line manage the finance team, including their induction, training and appraisal.
In consultation with the Chief Finance Officer, Headteachers and School Business
Establish a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with internal
Advise Trustees and other stakeholders on the financial implications of government and
Monitor income and expenditure in relation to the Trust approved budgets and produce
Provide budget holders with advice on matters relating to their budgets.
Prepare income and expenditure reports in accordance with financial regulations.
Co-ordinate all the annual external audit (interim and final), liaising with all parties
Prepare information as required for the internal assurance reviews, liaising with all parties
Maintain and oversee all bank accounts including the charge card(s), completing monthly
Ensure that the Trust's financial procedures manual is reviewed and updated as
Ensure accurate VAT accounting and payment, and that VAT reclaim returns are
Be responsible for cash flow projections and all elements of cash handling including
Maintain an effective payroll system and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation
Monitor the payment of salaries by the school's payroll provider, liaising with the provider
Be responsible for overseeing the placement of orders, ensuring colleagues follow the
In conjunction with the nominated staff members, scrutinise and attend to the payment of
Be responsible for the issue of all invoices following up their prompt payment.
Carry out and keep analyses of costs and other statistical information.
Contribute to the review of financial systems and processes; playing a key role in the
Maintain all Trust and school insurances including assessments, claims and
Co-ordinate and maintain a list of approved contractors and suppliers to ensure best
Support the Chief Finance Officer and Trust Operations Manager with the review and
Assist with monitoring expenditure on capital projects such as any Condition
Maximise investment returns and income generation; supporting bids, sales, sponsorship
Be responsible for the Trust and schools' asset registers ensuring that they are
Ensure that all necessary returns, reports and documentation are completed accurately
Oversee arrangements for the induction and training of all new staff within the finance
Undertake the appraisal of all staff within the finance team.
Oversee the effective deployment and management of all staff within the finance team
Play an active role in the recruitment of finance staff in accordance with the Trust
Ensure that all administrative duties, checks, documentation, reports and returns (internal
Collate information, statistics and prepare reports as required.
Undertake responsibility for all necessary administration relating to finance processes and
Ensure that all manual and computerised records and filing systems are maintained as
Process, input, extract and analyse information from the Trust and schools' system(s).
Ensure compliance with GDPR regulations.
Deal with correspondence promptly and as required.
Take appropriate responsibility and action for safeguarding.
Be prepared to provide additional support to the central Trust team and schools of the
Support the vision and values of the Trust and demonstrate a collaborative team working
Promote and act in accordance with the Trust's Staff Code of Conduct and all key
Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct
Work within the Trust's Equality Objectives to promote equity for all students and staff,
Work within the Trust's Health and Safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for
Attend Trust and school events as required and make a positive contribution during such
Participate in training and learning activities and staff appraisal as required.
Be proactive in seeking appropriate advice and guidance where required.
To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post as directed by

Ambition: we instil a lifelong love of learning and nurture skills and talents.
Inclusion: we welcome and respect people from all backgrounds, valuing and celebrating diversity.
Aspiration: we want people to be the best that they can be, and for everyone to achieve their potential.
Community: we develop local and global citizens of the future, always committed to working in
partnership.
Belief: we encourage everyone to believe in themselves and their future, providing opportunities to
excel.

An engaging, creative and welcoming
Holiday entitlement of 26 days, plus Bank
Membership of Greater Manchester
Free on-site parking.
On-site canteen facilities.
Staff room with free refreshments.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Occupational Health and Counselling
Supported by a talented, highly motivated,
Active and supportive Governing Bodies
CPD opportunities for all staff.
A great place to work.
The successful candidate will be expected to
The post is based on 36.25 hours per week.
The holiday year runs from 1 September to 31
The position will be based at Altrincham
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