Finance Officer/Bursar

Vision for Education are looking to recruit a Bursar/Finance Officer on behalf of an 11-16 High school in the Tameside area.

The role of the Finance Officer is to provide high quality leadership and management of the school’s finance functions so the school can run smoothly, efficiently and effectively in the delivery of its core aims. 

The Financial Officer will ensure sound and appropriate financial governance and risk management arrangements are in place, prepare and monitor budget, and ensure the delivery of annual accounts in accordance with the Local Authority requirements, EFA guidelines and all statutory requirements. 

The Main duties will include –

• To have overall responsibility for the college’s annual budget; taking the lead role in developing, setting and monitoring the annual budget and advising the Headteacher and Governing Body appropriately
• To ensure that Financial Standards are      complied with through monitoring and compliance assessment, in line with      current legislation and the requirements of the Local Authority and EFA. 
• Prepare year end accounts in liaison with auditors and the Resource Committee
• To compare financial performance against other schools and academies
• To attend governance meetings, including Resource Committee meetings, to advise and action recommendations

It is essential to have– 

• Evidence of strategic financial planning
• Evidence of being able to input to strategic decision making, able to analyse, interpret, resolve and communicate complex business problems.
•  In depth knowledge of statutory requirements, procedures and regulatory requirements relating to key service areas.
• Understanding legislation relating to schools
• The ability to analyse, interpret and communicate complex financial information
• The ability to work strategically and implement creative solutions.

The position will commence September 2018 for a full academic year covering a maternity.

The school and Vision for Education are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and all applicants must hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Vision for Education we take our responsibilities to you seriously and our aim is to ensure you are well supported and rewarded for your efforts. As part of Vision for Education Supply Team the desired Science Teacher will benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly through PAYE
• £50 reward every time you recommend a colleague
• Support throughout your placements
• Access to a dedicated Secondary consultant 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Unparalleled daily rates
• Access to free CPD such as Teaching an Outstanding Lesson, Interview & Lesson Observation Techniques, Behaviour Management
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Worker Regulations) to make sure you get paid what you deserve
• Pension Contributions (subject to qualifying period)
• Regular social events with 100% complimentary food and drink

For further information or interest in the role, please call 0161 273 7111 or Email your Cv to oliver.shaw@visionforeducation.co.uk