Finance Manager - Schools

Interim Finance Manager - Schools

Based in London, hybrid

Length: 6 months initially

Inside IR35

We are working with a London-based Local Authority to recruit an interim Finance Manager, to aid in the delivery of sound financial advice on all matters within schools financial management.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to strategic financial planning
• Offer advisory support for school efficiency planning and financial processes as part of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS)
• Lead budget monitoring and reporting in accordance with DFE/ESFA requirements
• Prepare, review and submit grant applications, grant claims, financial and statistical returns to government departments
• Develop and maintain financial frameworks for schools
• Manage a team, workload schedules, and ensure statutory deadlines are met
• Support preparation and auditing of school accounts

Experience and knowledge required:

• Demonstrate strong understanding of the Dedicated Schools Grant
• Detailed understanding of local government - previous experience required
• Experience in preparing financial reports for Schools
• Ability to research, analyse, interpret, and evaluate complex financial information
• Must be fully qualified

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact Joseph Dalton on the London Local Government Recruitment team on or send your CV to

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