Finance Team Leader

Finance Team Leader

King Edward VI Grammar School (part of the King Edward VI Education Trust), Edward Street, Louth, LN11 9LL

Salary NJC 30 -34 (£26,822 - £30,153 pa) with scope to progress up to NJC 38 (£33,437 pa). Dependent on experience, qualifications and negotiable for the right candidate

37 hours per week

52 weeks of the year

King Edward VI Grammar School (converted to Academy/MAT status in September 2015) is seeking to appoint a highly organised and professional individual responsible for delivering an outstanding and effective financial support service to help lead the School Finance team. 

The post holder will ensure the efficient administration of the daily functions and routines of the School Finance Office and be responsible for carrying out many of the tasks and routines. The role will involve the provision of a full accounting service to the School and its staff including;  processing transactions, preparation of monthly management accounting information, cash-flow monitoring, financial budget plan compilation and monitoring,  preparation of statutory financial returns to the EFA, Directors, Accountants etc. and ensuring audit compliance to the Academies Financial handbook. Production of ad-hoc analysed reports financial information to assist the Finance and Business Development Director, Headmaster and Board Directors in their decision making.

This is an exciting and varied role, and will suit those who like to think on their feet and use their initiative. We are looking for a team leader who is proactive, enthusiastic with excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to review/improve workflows and implement new systems/processes.

We ideally seek a person with proven financial management experience and a relevant financial qualification e.g. AAT but we are also happy to consider and support those looking to make their first move into a wider leadership role.

The post holder will lead a small Finance Team and be supported by, and report to the Finance and Business Development Director.

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Visiting the School is warmly welcomed on

Friday 23^rd June (AM/PM) or Monday 26^th June (AM/PM),

Although this will not be part of the selection process. 

Please contact Clare Owen on 01507 353462 to arrange an appointment.

The closing date for applications is Friday 30^th June 2017. 

Interviews to be held on 7^th July 2017.

King Edward VI Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is subject to a full Enhanced Disclosure check and references will be taken up before interview.