Remote Schools Accountant / School Business Manager

+ This position has come about as a consequence of more schools purchasing support from the LA
+ The successful candidate will be expected to support out range of schools based on the individual support the school has purchased.
+ The focus is purely finance - not the wider role that SBMs normally have e.g health and safety, + Transactional support - payments, month end reconciliation, VAT submittal
+ Strategic support - analysis of budgets and spend, including reporting to Governing Body and or headteachers
+ Supporting the school to develop Deficit recovery plans
+ Implementing of new finance systems -training

+ Ability to deal with difficult and challenging situations in a professional manner
+ Clear and concise communication skills -both written and oral
+ Able to engage with stakeholders using persuasive language not confrontational
+ Ability to work under pressure, juggling various priorities and timelines
Essential Experience Required
+ Experience with Schools Funding, ability to engage with and influence Heads and Governors with quality information and data for decision making is essential.
+ Expertise in at least one of the following systems - ACCESS, RM, Sims/FMS is essential.
+ Experience with national policy affecting funding in schools is essential.
Essential Qualification Required
+ Educated to graduate level or equivalent, with management qualification or equivalent experience is desirable.
+ Degree level or equivalent qualification in Building Construction/Maintenance or contract management is desirable.