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Finance Business Manager

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Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 20 hours
Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Finance Business Manager position involves leading financial planning and income generation activities within a multi-academy trust in West Yorkshire.
  • Candidates should possess a good level of education, including 5 GCSEs at grades A-C or equivalent, and relevant qualifications or experience in an educational business environment.
  • The role requires strong accounting knowledge, proficiency in financial systems, and previous experience in an educational setting.
  • The successful candidate will earn a salary between £40,000 and £45,000, along with benefits such as an excellent pension scheme and hybrid working options.
  • A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to various schools in West Yorkshire are also necessary for this position.

As a Finance Business Manager you will take an active lead in financial planning and identifying income generation activities. This is a really exciting time to join an established and growing education organisation.

Client Details

My client are a multi-academy trust based in West Yorkshire.

Description

As a Finance Business Manager you will:

  • Collaborate with service users to deliver high-quality advice, guidance, and support.
  • Oversee financial management for assigned schools, aiming to maximise income generation and assist with grant applications.
  • Maintain oversight of personnel, facilities, ICT, and health and safety matters.
  • Work closely with academy and Trust leadership to support the Trust's strategic plan and the school's development plan.

Profile

The successful candidate will have:

  • A good level of education, such as 5 GCSEs at grades A-C (5-9) or equivalent, including Maths and English.
  • SBM or Accountancy qualification, or comparable experience in an educational business environment.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and budgeting processes.
  • Proven experience in delivering excellent customer service.
  • Proficiency with computerised financial systems.
  • Previous experience working within an educational setting.
  • Familiarity with basic financial procedures, policies, and accounting code structures.
  • Advanced IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
  • Experience in data production, analysis, reporting, and presentation.
  • Valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel to across school's in West Yorkshire.

Job Offer

Permanent Role + £40-45,000 + Excellent Pension Scheme + Free onsite parking + Hybrid working + EAP

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.