Finance Manager; Fulham area

We are seeking a Finance Manager to join our team at Bourne Education Trust.

The Finance Manager ensures strong, accurate and compliant financial management across the school(s), providing clear leadership on budgeting, reporting and internal controls. The role oversees all day-to-day finance operations, including payroll, month-end, procurement and annual processes, while supporting senior leaders with timely insight, forecasts and advice to enable informed decision-making.

Bourne Education Trust (BET) is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty six schools (plus three further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases in Surrey, Hampshire and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. BET's strapline 'Transforming schools... changing lives' reflects our shared commitment that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are passionate about developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values.

We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform - reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Position: Finance Manager

Location: Fulham

Schools: Fulham Cross Girls' School and Fulham Cross Academy/Fulham Cross Sixth Form

Contract: Full time, Permanent

Salary: PO2 point 30 to 33 (£44,937 to £47,925), with some flexibility to recognise exceptional experience

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family-friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

• Line manage Finance Officer(s), approving orders, invoices, BACS runs
• Month end processes, including journals and reconciliations
• Monthly management accounts and reforecasts
• Annual budget setting covering 3 years

• An awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant or qualified through experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
• Proven track record of continuous professional development

• Knowledge of school administrative and accounting systems, particularly PS Financials, Arbor, IMP and Edupay
• Experience working in a MAT or public-sector finance environment

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity