Business and Finance Manager

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1 Business and Finance Manager Point ( 29,055-32,233). Salary to be negotiated depending on experience and qualifications. Full time (37 hours a week). Linton Village College supports flexible working. Part-time working or a job share would be considered for the right candidate. Principal place of work is Linton Village College but expected to work across other Trust schools. The Business and Finance Manager will play a key role in managing finances and commercial functions at Linton Village College and supporting with Trust-wide financial performance. They will be responsible for the efficient and effective use of College funds through the management of budgets, financial controls and reporting. The Business and Finance Manager will have oversight of the operational management of the College. In addition to the Finance Officers, they will line-manage the Sports Centre, Adult ducation, lettings and Linton Out of School Club to ensure that all aspects of community business are financially viable and offering a good standard of service. They will support CHT s Chief Financial and Operations Officer with project management at the College and across the Trust. Responsibilities and duties involved in the Business and Finance Manager role are set out below. Financial management Manage College budgets and financial controls to ensure compliance. Liaise regularly with budget holders to offer support and challenge. Analyse and present budget reports to senior leaders and governors and offer financial recommendations. Review the financial viability of College trips, visits and events to ensure value for money. Oversee the management of payroll and staff expenses with HR colleagues and management company. Line-manage finance clerks and support CHT Chief Finance and Operations Officer with financial reporting. Contribute to risk management in partnership with LVC and Trust colleagues and support audit processes. Support with fund-raising and bid writing. Community business Oversee the commercial aspects of College operations including the Sports Centre, Adult ducation, lettings and Out of School Club. Line manage community business managers, offering challenge and support to strengthen their leadership. Lead business planning to ensure financial sustainability and success of community businesses. Drive marketing strategy to promote community business and support with PR issues. Project management Support Chief Finance and Operations Officer with Trust-wide project management and procurement. Support Chief Finance and Operations Officer to submit CIF bids and manage contractors. Work with Operations and Site colleagues to manage maintenance schedules and capital projects within time and budget. Liaise with relevant CHT/LVC personnel to implement compliance and health and safety recommendations. Professional behaviours and duties Develop effective professional relationships and communication with CHT/LVC colleagues, stakeholders and outside agencies and authorities, in line with CHT s ethos. Demonstrate organisation, resilience, initiative and problem-solving skills to address issues in a proactive, positive and efficient manner. Comply with the Academies Handbook and act ethically in accordance with the principles of public life. xhibit a commitment to educational excellence for all young people. Other duties as directed by the xecutive Principal or CFOO.

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3 Person Specification: Business and Finance Manager Chilford Hundred ducation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Leadership experience, knowledge and skills ssential/ Part-qualified in accountancy D A vidence of continuing professional development A/I Project management experience D A xperience of leading financial reporting within an organisation Understanding of educational finance management D A/I xperience of effective asset and facilities management D Track record of successful fundraising and bid writing D xperience of successfully line managing staff and providing effective challenge and support xperience of business planning and risk management D xperience of procuring services and monitoring contracts to ensure that value for money and key performance indicator requirements are met xperience of completing and presenting financial reports An understanding of company and charity law, particularly governance, accounting and reporting requirements Understanding of and adherence to financial management processes and systems D D A/I

4 Professional Qualities A commitment to ethical leadership and the principles of public life Ability to develop positive, professional and effective relationships with students, staff, governors, parents/carers and other stakeholders Commitment to personal professional development and developing others Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a range of different audiences ssential/ A/I Problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to establish productive working relationships, foster trust and respect and work well in a team ffective prioritisation and delegation skills A commitment to quality An engagement with new technologies, their use and impact D A/I Personal Qualities ssential/ Driven and hard-working Ability to motivate and support others to manage their workload Team player and team leader Resilience and a calm approach under pressure Approachable, positive and professional manner A commitment to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people High level of integrity, honesty and fairness A commitment to enriching, inclusive and comprehensive education RCRUITMNT INCNTIVS Free membership of the College s Fitness Suite. Childcare voucher benefits scheme. APPLICATIONS Your letter of application should include: your motivation for the post; how your skills relate to the person specification, experience you have gained through work or voluntary work activities or leisure interests.

5 The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to DBS clearance and satisfactory references. Only applications submitted on the College s application form will be considered. If you have not heard from us within six weeks of the closing date please assume your application has been unsuccessful. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. Completed applications should be returned to laine Clayton at the College by 12 noon on Monday 29 October Helena Marsh xecutive Principal October 2018