Interim Finance BP
Greater Manchester
Upon request
Education
- Paige Gillies
- Lead Principal Consultant
We’re supporting a Multi-Academy Trust in Greater Manchester to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner on a short-term contract to provide hands-on support across budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting, partnering closely with operational leaders to ensure strong financial control and clear decision making.
This is an on site requirement and will suit someone who can hit the ground running in an education finance environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day finance business partnering to senior stakeholders (central team and/or school leadership).
- Support budget setting, reforecasting and variance analysis, ensuring clear commentary and actions.
- Produce and interpret management accounts / performance reporting, highlighting risks and opportunities.
- Strengthen financial controls, ensuring processes are followed and issues are resolved quickly.
- Assist with short-term finance priorities as required (e.g., cost reviews, funding analysis, reporting deadlines).
About You
- Demonstrable experience in a Finance Business Partner or similar within Education
- Confidence partnering with non-finance stakeholders and explaining financial information clearly.
- Access system experience
- Education / MAT / schools finance exposure is needed
- AAT Level 4 as a minimum
Working Arrangements
- On-site in Greater Manchester 5 days a week
- Interview required
- Contract is currently set for 3 months with a potential of temp to perm later down the line.
Disclaimer: Any remuneration stated in this advertisement is indicative and will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience, skills and qualifications. Final remuneration will be agreed with the successful candidate and will be subject to the terms of the contract.
