A leading school in East Sussex is seeking a dedicated and proactive Finance and Operations Manager to join its dynamic team. Based in a coastal town, this school serves over 1500 students in a modern, state-of-the-art building.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the school’s educational aims by overseeing financial operations, contributing to strategic decision-making, and leading the finance team to ensure financial efficiency and accountability.

This role is based on site 4 days a week- The ideal candidate for this role has Finance AND Operations Management experience- probably in an SME/ Small Business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the finance function and manage a team, ensuring the efficient processing of accounts, budgets, and financial reports.
• Work closely with the Leadership to influence operational and strategic decisions.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, monitor budgets, and manage audits.
• Oversee payroll management, including pension schemes, and support HR with staff forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities to maximize resources and income.

Person Specification:

• A background in accounting
• Previous experience as a Finance AND Operations Manager
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Knowledge of academy funding, financial regulations, and systems.
• An analytical mindset and the ability to make strategic decisions based on financial data.

If you are looking for a rewarding role in a thriving school environment and are passionate about supporting educational excellence through effective financial management, we would love to hear from you!