We are seeking a Finance Manager to join our team at Bourne Education Trust.
The Finance Manager ensures strong, accurate and compliant financial management across the school(s), providing clear leadership on budgeting, reporting and internal controls. The role oversees all day‑to‑day finance operations, including payroll, month‑end, procurement and annual processes, while supporting senior leaders with timely insight, forecasts and advice to enable informed decision‑making.
About Bourne Education Trust
Bourne Education Trust (‘BET’) is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty six schools (plus three further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases in Surrey, Hampshire and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.
BET's strapline 'Transforming schools… changing lives' reflects our shared commitment that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are passionate about developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform – reimagining the future of education in our schools.
Details
Position: Finance Manager
Location: Addlestone/Chertsey, Initially supporting Sayes Court Primary and Pyrcroft Grange Primary School
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Salary: Surrey scale 8 (£36,874 to £39,820), with some flexibility to recognise exceptional experience
Benefits
Generous workplace pension through LGPS
Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
Occupational sick pay
Key responsibilities include:
Line manage Finance Officer(s), approving orders, invoices, BACS runs
Month end processes, including journals and reconciliations
Monthly management accounts and reforecasts
Annual budget setting covering 3 years
Requirements include:
Essential
An awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant or qualified through experience
Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
Proven track record of continuous professional development
Desirable
Knowledge of school administrative and accounting systems, particularly PS Financials, Arbor, IMP and Edupay
Experience working in a MAT or public‑sector finance environment
For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.
Our Culture
At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
Collaborative and innovative
Committed, engaged and professional
Advocates for equality and inclusivity
