About the Company:My client is a well-respected school based in the Maidstone area. With a rich history, they are now looking to recruit a School Finance Manager to join the schools senior support team. The Role:Overseeing a small, but close-knit finance team, this role reports into the Headteacher and oversees the school’s financial operations, contributing to strategic financial planning, providing insights and recommendations to the senior leadership team and ensuring efficient use of resources.Key Responsibilities:Preparing the financial forecasts, budget plans and financial reports for the central officeEnsure the effective operation of financial control within the schoolEnsure preparation of monthly management accounts and periodic re-forecastsMonitor cash flowOversee the effective management of the payroll serviceDesirable Skills:(Part) qualified accountant, ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalentAdvanced excel skills and previous experience of SageExperience of successfully managing significant budgets, budgetary control processes and resourcesExperience in a financial management role in a school/academy of education environment is desirable but not essential.Experience of producing annual financial statements.Benefits:Competitive salary and benefits packageRegister:If this role isn’t right for you, please don’t hesitate to register with us, so that we can arrange a consultation and help you find you your next career move.Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.