Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFull time and permanent role based in West YorkshirePaying between £41,511 - £47,754 with flexible working timesAbout Our ClientOur client are a well established academy trust based in Leeds. They currently have 17 schools within the trust (which includes post 16 provisions). Job DescriptionDeveloping and implementing financial strategies.Managing budgets for a portfolio of 4-6 schools.Ensuring transparency and compliance in all financial matters.Collaborating with other departments to achieve overall organisational goals. Preparing, analysing and interpreting complex financial information including budgets, income and expenditure reports, financial forecasts, and other reports as required by the executive team, governors, senior leaders, and other colleagues or external stakeholdersEvaluating and improving financial processes and systems.Supervising financial audits.Leading the budgeting and forecasting processes.The Successful ApplicantThe successful candidate will have:Demonstrable experience in a similar Finance Manager role.Education / Academy experience would be desirableExcellent expertise with accurate budgeting and forecasting.Excellent skills in financial planning and strategy.Strong understanding and knowledge of financial compliance and regulations.Exceptional leadership and communication skills.What's on OfferFull time and permanent role + Paying £41,511 - £47,754 + Flexible working hours + West Yorkshire Pension Scheme ContactEmily WildeQuote job refJN-012025-6630863Phone number+44 113 243 7735Job summaryJob functionAccountingSubsectorFinance ManagerSectorNot For ProfitLocationLeedsContract typePermanentConsultant nameEmily WildeConsultant phone+44 113 243 7735Job referenceJN-012025-6630863