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Schools Accountant/ Business Manager

Novax Recruitment

Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 25 days

London, Greater London SE12 0TX, England

Part Time

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Lewisham Council is hiring a Schools Accountant / School Business Manager for an interim position focusing on finance only, with a contract running from May 12, 2025, to November 30, 2025, and a possibility of extension.
The role is hybrid, allowing for both school and home working, and offers a competitive rate of £230 per day for full-time hours of 35 per week.
Candidates should have a strong finance background, with in-depth knowledge of school funding and financial management in education, along with expertise in at least one school finance system.
Advanced Excel skills and the ability to provide strategic financial advice to Headteachers and Governing Bodies are essential for this position.
Applicants are expected to have a calm, solution-focused approach and strong communication skills, with previous experience in a similar role being highly desirable.

Job Title: Schools Accountant / School Business Manager (Finance Only)Location: Laurence House (Hybrid - Schools / Home Working)Contract Type: Interim (Inside IR35)Start Date: 12 May 2025End Date: 30 November 2025 (with potential for extension)Rate: £230 per day Hours: Full-time - 35 hours per weekClient: Lewisham Council

About the Role:Lewisham Council is seeking a skilled and proactive Schools Accountant / School Business Manager with a strong finance background to support a number of local schools. This role has arisen due to increased demand for school finance services.

Please note: This position focuses solely on finance functions, not the broader SBM role (e.g. health & safety).

Key Responsibilities:

Provide transactional support including payments, reconciliations, and VAT submissions
Deliver strategic financial advice and reporting to Headteachers and Governing Bodies
Assist schools in creating and implementing Deficit Recovery Plans
Lead or support implementation of new finance systems and staff training
Work closely with stakeholders to deliver tailored financial support packages

Skills & Experience Required:

In-depth knowledge of school funding and financial management in education
Expertise in at least one school finance system: ACCESS, RM, Sims/FMS
Advanced Excel skills and ability to turn data into actionable insights
Self-motivated, with excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong written and verbal communication; able to influence and build trust
Understanding of national education funding policies
Calm, solution-focused approach to challenging situations

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