School Finance Manager/Bursar

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Finance Manager/Bursar

Contract: Permanent

Salary: G6, £32,910 per annum, rising to £35,745 per annum through annual increments

Hours: 37 per week,all year round (term time only, plus additional weeks in the holidays may be considered for the right candidate)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Due to the promotion of our current Business Manager to the central finance team within The Olympus Academy Trust, we are seeking to appoint an experienced, highly organised, self-motivated and enthusiastic school Finance Lead/Bursar to join our supportive and hardworking Team.

The Olympus Academy Trust is a partnership of schools, currently comprising nine South Gloucestershire schools; one all-through, three secondary and five primary academies. The Finance Manager will be based within main school at Winterbourne Academy.

The Finance Manager will lead and manage all aspects of the schools finance function and line manage and direct a finance team of four. They will work closely and collaboratively with the Trust’s central finance department as well as the academy Senior Leadership Team.

The Finance Manager will also share responsibility of monthly Payroll updates and reconciliation with the academy Human Resources Lead.

The successful candidate will have experience as a Finance Manager/Bursar or a similar role with a proven track record in financial management and managing projects and people. They will understand the challenges of budgeting in the education environment and have experience of driving change to improve the business.

What we Offer:

• An Academy that is fully dedicated to developing every student to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability or starting point
• Collaborative working within our shared family of Schools
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Onsite canteen
• Onsite parking
• Employee benefits such as cycle scheme, discounted gym membership and employer contributing Pension Scheme
• Fantastic facilities

We encourage you to browse our website to obtain more information about working for The Olympus Academy Trust at Winterbourne Academy.

Interested parties are warmly invited to submit an OAT Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. All applicants are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before submitting an application. Please contact the HR Department at Winterbourne Academy for a candidate information and application pack.

Closing Date: Sunday, 11th July 2021 - We recommend early applications as the academy reserves the right to close the advert prior to the stated deadline date

Interview Date: TBC

The Olympus Academy Trust - Winterbourne Academy is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their age, gender, disability, age, race or ethnicity, sexual orientation or faith. We have procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process.

Olympus Academy Trust - Winterbourne Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers and candidates for vacant posts are expected to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. Where given permission to do so, references will be requested for shortlisted candidates prior to interview. Candidates attending an interview should expect the interview panel to explore issues relating to safeguarding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.

Reference ID: OAT/WA-Finance210521

Application Deadline: 11/07/2021

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £32,910.00-£35,745.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Safety measures in place in-line with Government guidance.

Experience:

• Finance Manager/Bursar: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Right to Work in the UK (required)

Work remotely:

• No