Michael Page FinanceThe Schools of King Edward VI Birmingham

Finance Manager

Birmingham

Salary: £40,000-£45,000

 

Following the recent success in appointing a new Finance Manager for The Schools of King Edward VI in Birmingham, the journey continues and moves into the next phase. As a result the team is expanding and a further Finance Manager role has been created.

As the new Finance Manager, using your flexible and open minded approach in this exciting period of change is the start of what should be a rewarding career, being part of a great institution helping the Schools educate the children of Birmingham.

Details about the Client

The Schools of King Edward VI in Birmingham (the 'Foundation') is one of the most significant educational charities in this country. King Edward's School was founded in 1552 by Edward VI and since then it has played a key role in the history of the city. In the late 19th century it created five grammar schools and King Edward VI High School for Girls.

Now in the 21st century, the Foundation runs a group of eight different schools - two of the best independent day schools in the UK, five outstanding selective academies and, since 2010, a successful non-selective academy, King Edward VI Sheldon Heath. The Foundation has recently created the King Edward VI Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) which will be operational from September 2017. The MAT will initially include the current six Academies, is in current discussions with other schools and has plans for further growth.

Detailed Job Description

This is a brand new role that is a direct result of the Foundations continued success in the formation of their MAT. Reporting into the Head of Finance, your role as the Finance Manager will be to lead with all financial management and financial queries for up to two or three schools, although in the earlier years of the new MAT a high degree of flexibility in where the role will be based will be required.

Specifically the Finance Manager will be required to:

  • Support the Head, staff and Governing Bodies ensuring that relevant and accurate financial information and advice is provided on a timely basis and in line with the agreed reporting timescales.
  • Working with both the internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective and cost efficient use of resources.

Prepare management accounts and budgets for the School(s) and present the reports to the Budget/Finance Committees.

Candidate's Profile

The Finance Manager will have:

  • An ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent qualification.
  • At least 3 years' experience in a similar finance role.
  • Knowledge and proficient use of computerised accounting packages for both posting of transactions and the export of reports (experience of using PS Financials would be a significant advantage).
  • The ability to lead and produce management accounts and budgets to tight deadlines.
  • Robust numeracy, analytical and accounting skills.
  • Can demonstrate your ability to meet objectives, working independently and as part of a team.
  • Exhibit you are an integral part of a small team with a flexible and personable approach.
  • Taking a proactive approach to support the needs of colleagues and the wider business.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Competent in using MS Word and excellent Excel skills.
  • Ardent interest in working within an educational or charitable environment.
  • Ability to drive or have access to own transport due to travel between various sites.

What's on offer

Salary range of £40,000 - £45,000 (dependent on qualifications and experience).

Pension up to a maximum of 8% employer contribution to DC Pension Scheme.

Holidays 22 days plus 4 concessionary days plus bank holidays.

Where specific UK qualifications are required, we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.


Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

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