Castlefield Recruitment are currently working with a local authority in the South to recruit for a Senior Finance Manager within their Schools Division. The position will be for an initial 3-6 months and can offer hybrid and flexible working.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee the financial aspects of the Designated Schools Grant, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations
- Develop and maintain detailed financial plans and budgets, MTFS, monitoring expenditures and variances to ensure effective fund utilisation
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including budget forecasts, financial statements, and variance analyses
- Provide strategic financial advice to management, administrators, and other stakeholders to support informed decision-making
- Collaborate with various departments to ensure the efficient and effective allocation of financial resources
- Conduct financial analysis and risk assessments to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements, preparing for and responding to audit inquiries
- Stay up to date with changes in funding regulations and financial management practices, implementing necessary adjustments to processes and procedures
Person:
- A relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is highly desirable
- Proven experience in financial management, preferably within local authority
- In-depth knowledge of the Designated Schools Grant (DSG) and related financial regulations
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders
- Proficiency in financial software, preferably in Oracle Fusion