Finance Manager

2 months ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom The Gosforth Federated Academies Limited Full time

Finance Manager

Salary: N8 - £38,223 to £42,403 per annum (pay award pending)

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, all year round

Contract: Permanent

Start date: ASAP

Location: Gosforth Group Head Office, Seaton Burn

You will be employed by the Gosforth Group and may need to work across all locations within the Multi Academy Trust as required.

About the Trust

Gosforth Group is a dynamic and diverse Multi Academy Trust. We have a clear energy and purpose, and all students are valued equally, regardless of their background or ability. We are a growing Trust currently comprising of 6 Academies, two of which opened in September 2021. The Trust currently has approx. 6000 students and 650 staff. 'Create your future' encapsulates our purpose as a Multi Academy Trust: to educate, support and nurture all of our students so they can achieve their potential and fulfil their ambitious aspirations.

About the role

The Finance Manager will have responsibility for creating and maintaining a consistent, effective, efficient and supportive financial management service. Including, but not limited to overseeing all aspects of management accounts, cashflow, budgeting and forecasting for allocated schools within the Trust.

As a fast-growing multi-academy trust, timely, accurate financial information and control is paramount, as such we are looking to appoint a highly skilled and experienced finance professional.

The Finance Manager will work closely with, and provide support to, other members of the central finance team and budget holders within the Trust.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced finance professional who has the ability to achieve our Trust Vision through the provision of excellent financial management and has the aptitude to communicate and support a diverse group of stakeholders whilst working to strict deadlines.

You can find further details in the job profile and person specification.

What we can offer you

A competitive salaryGenerous annual leaveBenefits include; LGPS pension scheme, car lease scheme, salary sacrifice schemes, free on-site parking and gym facilitiesAn opportunity to work with highly skilled professionalsEnthusiastic and motivated studentsAn exciting and extensive commitment to professional developmentA school with its community at heartWider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, please contact either Claire Johnson or Claire Shane on

To apply

Please apply online on our vacancy website: .

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Monday 24th June 2024 at 9.00am

Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders here.

Gosforth Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will normally be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks, including an online check.

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Following the shortlisting process, where applicable, candidates who attend interview, will be reimbursed reasonable expenses for travel and accommodation.



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