The Finance Consultant will be a pivotal figure in the school’s finance department, ensuring robust financial management, strategic planning, and efficient system utilisation. This role requires a dynamic professional with a broad skillset to manage daily financial operations, guide system implementation, and ensure compliance with all relevant financial and HR regulations.
Client Details
Well known Surrey based Independent School is seeking a part time interim Finance Consultant to join them on an initial 3 month basis.
Description
*Cash Flow Forecasting & Financial Planning: Develop, implement, and maintain accurate cash flow models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making and ensure liquidity.
*VAT Compliance: Manage all aspects of VAT, ensuring full compliance with HMRC regulations relevant to an independent school setting.
*HR and Payroll Integration: Oversee the financial integration of HR and payroll functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
*NetSuite System Implementation: Play a key role in the implementation and optimisation of the NetSuite ERP system, serving as a subject matter expert and facilitating a smooth transition from existing systems.
*Salary Sacrifice Pensions: Administer and advise on salary sacrifice pension schemes, ensuring correct processing and compliance.
*Management and Financial Accounting: Deliver high-quality management accounts and financial reports, ensuring adherence to accounting principles and providing insightful analysis to senior leadership.
*Budgeting and Monitoring: Support the annual budget setting process and provide in-year monitoring and adjustments as needed.
*Process Improvement: Continuously review and improve financial systems and processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Profile
· ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant
· Previous Education or Charity sector working experience
*System Knowledge: Proven experience with ERP systems, specifically NetSuite implementation or high-level use.
*Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of cash flow forecasting, VAT, and payroll processes.
*Sector Experience: Prior experience within an educational setting, particularly an independent school, is highly desirable.
*Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with staff and stakeholders at all levels.
Job Offer
*Competitive daily rate of £400 to £500 per day
*Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within the Not For Profit sector.
*Temporary role offering flexibility and professional growth.
*Collaborative and supportive work environment in Surrey.
If you are ready to bring your financial expertise to a rewarding role, we encourage you to apply today!