Finance Manager Job in Bristol

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Finance Manager Job in Bristol

Job Description
Acorn Recruitment is seeking an experienced Finance Manager within educational / charity setting in Thornbury, near Bristol.

The salary for this post is £35,825 – £40,950 per annum dependent on qualification and experience.

You will need a recognised professional finance qualification and a thorough practical understanding of management accounting principles and techniques.

Outline of position:

* To promote the highest standards of financial accounting, drawing on a sound understanding of best practice and current and relevant regulatory requirements

* To regularly update the CEO, and the other members of the School Leadership Team when relevant, on the effectiveness of the School's accounting practices

* To develop a comprehensive, coherent and accurate account of the School's financial performance to a range of audiences including Trustees/Governors, partners and external bodies when required

* To produce monthly management accounts, including a review of variances, explore potential discrepancies with the CEO and Heads of Departments and make appropriate recommendations and advise of the impact on the business

* To produce monthly end of year projections based on actuals

* To produce monthly departmental reports and present to budget holders

* To prepare cash flow statements as required and advise the CEO of the impact on the business

* To produce a 3-year budget when required and the annual budget in line with the School's Strategic Development Plan

* To continually review and improve the systems surrounding all aspects of the School's budgets, forecasts and business planning

* To report on the value for money that the School obtains in all its activities with special regard to economy, efficiency and effectiveness

* To ensure that an appropriate financial policy framework is in place to guide the School's financial decision making

* To lead, in close cooperation with the Auditors, the year-end audit process and other requirements from the Auditors for the completion of the Financial Statements

* To maintain contact with bankers, investment managers, pension advisers and auditors

* To keep abreast of financial developments across the charity and special education sectors

* To maintain and develop costing models for the School

* To carry out any necessary research, analysing it and concluding on the information

Acorn Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Bristol
Category: Accounting/Financial/Insurance
City: Bristol
County: Bristol (County)
Country: United Kingdom
Salary: £35825 – £40950/annum
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