Schools Finance Team Manager

3 days ago

Warwick, United Kingdom WMJobs Full time

Be among the first 25 applicants Warwickshire County Council Make a Difference in Warwickshire’s Schools Are you an experienced school business manager or a finance professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality financial advice in an Education environment? Do you thrive on leading teams and driving continuous improvement? If so, we'd love to talk to you about our Schools Finance Team Manager role. About the Role As the Schools Finance Team Manager, you'll lead a highly skilled and experienced team delivering traded finance services to maintained schools across Warwickshire. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring schools receive consistent, high-quality financial advice, supporting both strategic and operational financial planning, monitoring, compliance and reporting. You’ll work collaboratively with schools, providing support and challenge where needed to encourage sound financial decision-making and accountability. Working closely with colleagues across Finance and Education, you’ll also play a key role in quality assuring the work of the team, making sure they are up to date with all legal and policy changes, meeting deadlines and monitoring schools' financial performance. What We’re Looking For Substantial experience in a professional finance environment, ideally supporting schools or academies. Proven ability to manage and develop teams, with up to 15 FTEs reporting to you. In-depth knowledge of the rules, frameworks, and statutory guidance governing school funding. Highly competent in analysing complex data and presenting it clearly to non-financial colleagues and key stakeholders. Strong judgement, resilience under pressure, and the confidence to make significant decisions. A collaborative and supportive approach, with the ability to challenge constructively to drive improvement. A passion for continuous improvement and digital innovation in service delivery. A relevant qualification in school finance, business or accountancy. Why Join Us Lead a team with a wealth of experience and a strong reputation for delivering excellent service. Shape and develop our traded service offer to ensure it evolves with the changing needs of schools. Be part of an inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking organisation committed to your professional development. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package: Warwickshire County Council Benefits. Additional Information To discuss the role please contact Head of Operational Finance Services, Liz Firmstone via lizfirmstone@warwickshire.gov.uk Should you require application forms in an alternative format / language or any adjustments to be made throughout the application process or upon appointment, please contact hrandpayroll@warwickshire.gov.uk and we will make every effort to meet your specific requirements. Closing date: 6th January 2026 Interview date: w/c 12th January 2026 Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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