School Finance Manager Budgeting & Planning Birmingham

School Finance Manager – Lead Strategic Budgeting and Financial Planning – Birmingham

A large, successful secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a highly experienced and meticulous School Finance Manager to oversee all financial operations from January 2026.

Experience and Qualifications

• Proven experience managing school finances, ideally in an academy setting.


• Relevant accounting qualification (e.g., AAT, CIMA or equivalent experience).


• Expertise in budget setting, forecasting, and reporting to Governors and the Trust.


• Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., FMS, SAGE).

School Information

This is a Senior Support Staff role, working closely with the Headteacher and Governors to ensure strategic financial planning. We offer a competitive regional salary and a role that provides a high level of responsibility and autonomy. You will have a dedicated Finance Assistant supporting you, allowing you to focus on high-level strategy and compliance.

• Strategic role working directly with the Headteacher and Governors.


• Highly competitive salary and generous pension scheme.


• Dedicated administrative support to assist with day-to-day operations.


• Full funding for professional accounting and finance CPD.

Salary

Paid to Regional Support Staff Scale (Highly Competitive)

Application

To apply for this School Finance Manager position in Birmingham, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible.