Finance Manager

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Contract: Fixed-Term (6 Months Maternity Cover)
Hours: Full Time, All Year Round
Salary: £185 - £220 daily

We are seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Finance Manager to join our thriving secondary school in Tower Hamlets on a six-month maternity cover contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is committed to supporting educational excellence through effective financial management. Working closely with the Headteacher, School Business Manager and senior leadership team, you will play a key role in ensuring the school's financial resources are managed efficiently, accurately and in compliance with relevant regulations.

• Manage the school's day-to-day financial operations and accounting processes.
• Monitor budgets, expenditure and income, providing regular reports and analysis.
• Support budget planning, forecasting and financial year-end procedures.
• Oversee purchase orders, invoices, payroll reconciliation and supplier payments.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, audit requirements and school policies.
• Maintain accurate financial records using the school's finance systems.
• Liaise effectively with staff, governors, external auditors and local authority representatives.
• Support procurement processes and value-for-money initiatives.

The successful candidate will:

• Have substantial experience in finance management, ideally within the education or public sector.
• Possess strong financial and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Be confident using financial management systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hold a relevant finance qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) or have significant relevant experience.

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• A committed and collaborative leadership team.
• Opportunities to contribute to the continued success of a high-performing secondary school.
• A diverse and vibrant working environment in the heart of Tower Hamlets.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.