Finance Manager
You will be an integral part of the team responsible for ensuring high standards of financial integrity within Dorset Studio School. You will manage the monthly and year-end financial processes required of the school, ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Academies Financial Handbook. Manage the financial planning along with the School Business Manager, Principal and Senior Leaders to ensure effective strategic decision making. Working with best practice and implement any new standardised processes and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure timely production and issue of financial reports, cash flow forecasts and returns as required
Prepare the monthly management accounts
Prepare the monthly financial reports, analysis and updates for the Local Governing Body Prepare the annual budget and reforecasts for approval by the LGB
Take responsibility for the academy’s accounting procedures, ensuring all policies and procedures are adhered to within the academy
Maintain finance filing systems, ensuring that records are suitable for audit purposes
Take responsibility for and line management of the school’s finance staff, including arranging appropriate training and development, conducting induction, probation and performance management reviews
Work with the School Business Manager, Principal and senior leaders to ensure effective financial management, adherence to budget and strategic decision making
Identify and pursue income generating activities (Bids and grants)
Work with the SENCO to secure high needs funding
Drive forward change and initiatives which promote regularity, propriety, value for money and best standards