Senior Finance Consultant

3 weeks ago

Nottingham, United Kingdom School Business Services Full time
About Us:

At School Business Services (SBS), we are proud to be a market leader in providing education support services across the UK. Our comprehensive portfolio includes expertise in Finance, Management Information Systems (MIS), and ICT services. Renowned for our professionalism, depth of knowledge, and commitment, we are considered a trusted partner by schools and academies. Every day, our teams help educational institutions navigate their financial and operational needs with confidence.

About the Role:

Are you a qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) with experience in the education sector and a strong interest in finance systems?

As a Senior Finance Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic financial advice and guidance to our clients, helping schools and academies thrive. You will work independently across a variety of educational settings, providing tailored solutions to meet diverse needs.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading strategic financial planning and advising on resource optimization.
  • Preparing short, medium, and long-term financial plans, statutory returns, and annual budgets.
  • Delivering insightful financial reporting, including management accounts, to key stakeholders.
  • Supporting procurement, risk management, and compliance with educational finance regulations.
  • Training school leaders on financial processes, systems, and effective management practices.
  • Keeping abreast of education sector trends and ensuring clients remain compliant with changes in legislation.
  • Building strong relationships with clients and providing ongoing support to ensure the highest standards of service delivery.

This is a dynamic and varied role where no two days are the same. It offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with school leaders, governors, and trustees to make a meaningful impact on the financial health of educational institutions.

About You:

We are looking for an experienced finance professional with a passion for education and a commitment to delivering excellence. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Strong experience in financial planning, reporting, and management.
  • An in-depth understanding of the education sector, including maintained schools, academies, and free schools.
  • Proficiency in finance systems (e.g., IRIS Financials, Sage, FMS, Arbor Finance, Access, Xero, Bromcom) - training can be provided.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in an accessible way to diverse audiences.
  • A proactive, adaptable approach to working across varied settings and challenges.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and build trusted relationships with clients.

Relevant qualifications in finance, accounting, or a related field, alongside a commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD), are essential.

Our Benefits:

As an equal opportunities' employer, we celebrate diversity and flexibility, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our incredible team. We offer:

  • Generous annual leave allowance of 36 days (28+8 bank holidays) +1 for every year of service (up to a maximum of 5)
  • Hybrid or remote working across the country
  • Learning & Development
  • Flexible benefits package including Healthcare Scheme and ability to purchase additional Annual Leave.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role.

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