Finance Manager

Finance Manager

We are seeking an exceptional finance professional to join our central finance team as Finance Manager. With a strong background in financial management and reporting, this pivotal role will support the Executive Director of Finance and Business in ensuring financial sustainability across the Trust’s schools. You will be required to take a proactive, forward-thinking approach in ensuring the trust’s finances are managed efficiently and effectively.

Salary:                       SCP 37-50 (dependent on experience)

£46,731-£60,043 – pay award pending

Contract type:          Permanent

Hours:                       37 hours per week (52 weeks)

This position requires you to have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role and hold a relevant accountancy qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent). Your leadership will drive financial and operational excellence, ensuring budgets are set and monitored effectively while supporting robust financial governance.

You will lead on budget setting and monitoring for a selection of schools, ensuring financial plans align with each school’s strategic objectives. You will be responsible for preparing monthly management accounts, providing detailed analysis and commentary to support Headteachers in making informed strategic financial decisions.

You will lead the Trust’s central finance team, overseeing the day-to-day operational running and have line management responsibilities. You will represent the finance team at central shared services meetings and support the Executive Director of Finance in preparing key financial information for Trustees, auditors and external bodies as required.

You are welcome to discuss the role further with the Executive Director of Finance and Business, Charlotte Allsopp - charlotte.allsopp@mmat.co.uk

Closing date: 3 September 2025

Interview date: 12 September 2025

The Marches Academy Trust values each person equally. We are committed to building a diverse team and embedding a welcoming, inclusive culture that encourages diversity and authenticity. We believe this will encourage creative ways of thinking – ensuring we collaborate more effectively and achieve better outcomes. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates who share this commitment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online checks. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.