Job Description

Job Overview

Nexus Education Schools Trust are seeking a Finance Lead to join their busy team. You'll play a key role in supporting both the central trust and our partner schools, ensuring financial excellence and compliance.

Responsibilities

Partnering with Headteachers, budget holders, and the central finance team to manage school budgets effectively, including:
Leading on annual budget setting

Producing monthly management reports and budget update

Authorising expenditure by approving order requisitions in line with agreed budgets Approving supplier payments via BACS and faster payment systems Overseeing income streams, ensuring all expected revenue is received and accounted for Managing payroll reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Completing bank and charge card reconciliations, along with balance sheet checks, to maintain financial integrity Preparing year-end accounting journals in line with Trust guidance Supporting internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and compliance Ensuring adherence to the NEST Scheme of Delegation and Finance Policy & Procedures Manual Providing timely support with financial processes and ensuring tasks are completed to deadline Delivering excellent customer service to partner schools, resolving financial queries with clarity and care Contributing flexibly, taking on additional duties as required in line with the role's grade and scope

Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate will hold a minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications), including English and Maths at grade C/4 or above. While not essential, a finance or accounting qualification at Level 4 or higher is desirable.

You should bring proven experience working in an accountancy or finance office, along with a strong track record of delivering excellent customer service. Experience within an educational setting and maintaining an accounts system would be advantageous.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential, as the role involves travel to partner schools.

Full details can be found at Current Staff Vacancies www.nestschools.org The Trust's application form must be submitted before an applicant can be shortlisted for interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,982.00-38,058.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Beckenham BR3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

accountancy or finance office: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2025
Reference ID: Finance Lead