Job Description
£42,839 - £46,197 FTE
Cleckheaton, BD19 4DH
Required ASAP
We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to play a key role in supporting the Deputy Chief Finance Officer (DCFO) and Chief Finance & Operations Officer (CFOO) in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused finance service across the Trust. This role is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the wider finance team and for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial accounting across all academies.
As Finance Manager, you will consolidate financial data from individual academies, maintain central financial records, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, Trust policies, and best practice standards. Acting as the link between the wider finance team and senior finance leadership, you will provide technical guidance, quality assurance, and support the Trust’s financial compliance.
To be successful, you will need to have significant experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the education or public sector. You’ll be qualified at AAT Level 3 or above or equivalent, and ideally be working towards or holding a professional accountancy qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA).
For the full job description and person spec, and to apply online, please visit our careers page.
Closing date: 9.00am on Monday, 15th June 2026.