Accounts Manager - Primary School

Accounts Manager - Primary School (North London)

Start Date: January 2025Location: North LondonContract: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Competitive

Dunbar Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Accounts Manager to join a thriving Primary School in North London. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to contribute to the education sector by ensuring the smooth financial operations of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day financial management of the school, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Manage the preparation of monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies specific to the education sector.
• Handle payroll, invoicing, and supplier payments with accuracy and efficiency.
• Liaise with senior leadership and governors, providing financial advice and support for decision-making processes.
• Manage and utilise financial software, including proficient use of Excel for detailed financial analysis and reporting.

Requirements:

• Qualified with CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants).
• Proven experience in financial management, preferably within a school setting.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and other financial management software.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

Why Join?

• Be part of a supportive and dedicated school community.
• Opportunity to play a crucial role in shaping the financial health of a well-respected institution.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a qualified and experienced Accounts Manager with a passion for contributing to the education sector, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Today:

If you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your updated CV to us.

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Disclaimer:

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. To adhere to safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.