School Finance Director

Job Location	Bluewater
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£30.00 - £38.46 per hour, inc benefits
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Contract , full-time or part-time

Job Description

Are you or do you know an experienced Director of Finance looking for their next contract, hybrid role in KentAre you looking for work-life balance but want to develop your skills & experience in Finance Directing at the same timeA successful & growing Academy Trust, based in Greenhithe, DA9 are looking for a Finance Director to join them on a temporary contract starting 6th November.£225- £289perday (Choice to be paid via Umbrella Company)Hours: 08.00 - 16.003 month contract - may be extended or become permanentHybrid working - Full timePART TIME APPLICANTS THAT ARE IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE CAN APPLY - 3 DAYS P/W AVAILABLEResponsibilities:· Provide strategic leadership, direction and management in Finance, ensuring high standards and the development of systems appropriate to the Trust· Supporting with pension submissions, HMRC, reconciliation, actuarial reports (chasing payroll to obtain)· Support in the Trusts’ budget process for submitting their detailed proposed budget to the Finance and Audit Committees approval· Use appropriate data to make financial forecasts to facilitate good strategic forward planning· Ensure robust budgetary control arrangements are in place to enable monitoring of income and expenditure against budgets and ensure corrective action is taken where appropriate· Oversee benchmarking to review best value for money and to make suitable recommendations· Preparation of monthly management accounts, forecasts and other financial reports to present to the board of trustees and discuss risk· Provide support, guidance, challenge and information to budget holders and Director of Education· Liaise with resilience when speaking to payroll providers and ability to be firm yet professionalBenefits:

Flexible hours - Can work 22.5 hours instead of 36 hours per week if want part-time
Make a difference to society by ensuring that public money is spent wisely & efficiently on services that benefit the community
Various opportunities for training and development, to enhance your skills & qualifications as a finance professional - Grow your skills with a supportive Senior leadership team
Work in a diverse & inclusive environment that values equality, diversity & social responsibility
Competitive salary: Equivalent of £56K per annum and may lead to permanent

Qualifications/ Experience required:Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field3+ years of experience in finance or accounting with knowledge of Pensions, HMRC, PayrollStrong communication and analytical skillsDONT MISS OUT ON THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY, APPLY NOW BY SENDING YOUR CV TO: and advising of your preferred working pattern and availability to start.Successfulapplicants will be subject to references and an enhanced DBS.

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