The Opportunity We are looking to speak with experienced Finance Managers who have worked within Multi-Academy Trusts or the wider education sector and are considering their next interim opportunity. We are particularly interested in candidates who can provide hands-on financial management, budgeting, forecasting and business partnering support across individual academies or multiple-school trusts. Whether you're immediately available or approaching the end of your current assignment, we'd be keen to hear from you. Key Responsibilities * Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets and financial forecasts. * Support Headteachers, school leaders and budget holders with financial planning and decision-making. * Monitor school-level expenditure, staffing costs and financial performance. * Provide financial analysis, advice and challenge to senior stakeholders. * Support annual budget setting and medium-term financial planning. * Oversee month-end processes, reconciliations, journals and financial controls. * Assist with year-end accounts, audit preparation and statutory reporting. * Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, systems and reporting. * Work closely with central finance teams to ensure consistent financial management across academies. About You * Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Trust Finance Manager, Regional Finance Manager, Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant. * Experience within a Multi-Academy Trust, academy or school finance environment. * Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills. * Confident working with Headteachers and non-finance budget holders. * Knowledge of academy trust financial reporting and controls. * Experience with PS Financials, Sage, IMP, Access or similar finance systems would be advantageous. * AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or CIPFA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience. * Available immediately, at short notice or approaching the end of an assignment