Finance Business Partner
Job Title: Finance Business Partner
Employer: St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Job Type: Finance & Administration
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Start immediately
Closing Date: Monday, March 24th, 2025
About the School
St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is based in the Liverpool City Region with five primary and four secondary academies. We are committed to transforming children’s lives by providing a world-class Catholic education. Our children have access to an ambitious curriculum and excellent teaching, allowing them to achieve and exceed national expectations. We aim for all of our academies to be at least ‘Good’ with performance in the top 20% of schools nationally, particularly in Religious Education. We provide high-quality professional development for all colleagues.
About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic and ambitious Finance Business Partner to support the Head of Finance and CFOO in delivering high-quality financial services across the Trust. This role offers a unique blend of financial management, strategy, and digital transformation. You will be instrumental in:
1. Developing modern, automated finance processes using AI and workflow tools.
2. Providing expert financial advice to Headteachers and key stakeholders.
3. Ensuring financial sustainability by producing accurate budgets, forecasts, and management accounts.
4. Driving efficiency and best practice by streamlining processes and supporting procurement strategy.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support the Head of Finance in managing Trust funds with comprehensive financial management information.
2. Work with the CFOO and Head of Finance to ensure consistent standards and continuous improvement.
3. Meet all statutory financial reporting requirements.
4. Be the Trust’s expert on the application of the corporate Ledger.
5. Ensure compliance with the ESFA’s Financial Handbook and Trust’s Financial Policies.
6. Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and quarterly budget setting.
7. Conduct regular bank reconciliations and month-end closedown.
8. Meet regularly with Headteachers and School Business Managers to address specific issues.
9. Perform any other relevant finance-related tasks to assist the Head of Finance.
How to Apply
For more information and to apply, please visit our website: Finance Business Partner Vacancy
Contact Details
St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Port Of Liverpool Building
Pier Head
Liverpool
L3 1BY
Contact Name: Lisa Kelly
Contact Telephone: 01512720173
Contact e-mail: lkelly@sjcmat.co.uk
Website: www.sjcmat.co.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr