Liberty Recruitment Group are proud to be working with a fantastic School in the search for a Finance Manager! Our client is a well-established education provider dedicated to supporting children to reach their full potential. They are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to develop, direct and coordinate their financial and administrative services. Based on the Hampshire-Berkshire border, paying circa £36,000 with fantastic company benefits, this is an opportunity not to be missed. What youll do as the Finance Manager: Provide effective management and oversight of the schools financial and personnel functions Work closely with the Headteacher and Governors to support the ongoing development of the school Deliver a high standard of service and support to all stakeholders across the organisation Support with budgeting, financial planning, and day-to-day financial administration Assist with HR and personnel-related processes and administration Ensure school systems and records are maintained accurately and efficiently Support the smooth running of operational and administrative functions across the school Build strong working relationships with staff, parents, Governors, and external stakeholders The ideal Finance Manager candidate: Previous experience within a finance role at a management level Ideally, experience within an educational setting, but this is not essential Proficient IT skills, including knowledge of SAP/IBC and SIMS Full or Partial AAT qualification desirable Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships A proactive and professional approach with the ability to work using your own initiative Hold a full driving licence due to the office location Company Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Employee Assistance Programme Access to the gym after hours (induction required) Targeted finance & HR training from Hampshire County Council Support in the role with our Service Level Agreement On-Site Parking If you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group.