Senior Finance Manager Reports to: Regional Finance Director Location: South London Region Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (37.5 hours per week) Closing date: 01/11/2024 at 10am Interviews: Interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 (depending on experience) About the role: As Senior Finance Manager (SFM), you will be an integral part of the team responsible for ensuring high standards of financial probity within the cluster academies. This role supports a cluster of 3 schools across Lambeth and Southwark, with a detailed focus on at least 1 school. You will manage the monthly financial processes, ensuring compliance with the Academies Financial Handbook. You will also support the Regional Finance Director as directed with consolidation of the region''s school reports, regional analysis and regional projects. You will lead by example and provide professional leadership across the cluster, in partnership with stakeholders. You will be flexible and open minded in your approach and be prepared to take on future changes within the region as required. It is essential that you have excellent communication and leadership skills and promote the ethos of Ark Schools. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with school Principals and Operations Leads across the cluster to ensure financial information is up to date and available for review Take responsibility for the academies'' ..... full job details .....