Strategic Finance Business Partner

Your new company

Established Multi Academy Trust in the East Midlands

Your new role

Finance Business Partner - Strategic
East Midlands Permanent
£48,000 to £55,000 + LGRP Pension

What you'll need to succeed

These roles involve producing management accounts and providing strategic finance business partnering to various budget holders in schools, including both finance and non-finance senior leadership team members, together with managers in catering and IT. Additionally, there may be some budgeting and analysis at the central Trust level alongside school-specific tasks.
Responsibilities also include costing and cost analysis, interpreting complex financial data, journal postings, and assisting with year-end close.
A qualification as a chartered accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) is essential for these roles. Experience within a multi-site wider public sector, but the Education Sector is ideal. Familiarity with managing budgets for facilities, catering, or IT departments is beneficial, but not mandatory.

These roles are crucial for enhancing strategic financial analysis and insights, aiding in the understanding of financial reporting on Trust performance for key stakeholders, including the Trust Executive Team, Heads of Professions, and school leadership teams. They ensure efficient and effective resource allocation, integrating finance and curriculum planning, and managing finances in accordance with ESFA and academy handbook financial requirements.

What you'll get in return

Potential for 1 day working from home
Generous Pension and Holiday

What you need to do now
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