Durrington Multi Academy Trust
Trust Finance Manager
About this role
Durrington Multi Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an
experienced and motivated Trust Finance Manager to support the delivery of an
efficient, compliant and high-quality finance service across the Trust.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in
the operational management of the Trust’s finance function, leading core
processes including payroll, pensions, VAT, banking, BACS payments,
reconciliations and financial controls. You will help ensure that financial
transactions are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with statutory
requirements and Trust policies.
Working closely with colleagues across our schools and central
teams, you will provide guidance and support to promote consistent financial
procedures and strong financial governance throughout the Trust.
About You
You will be a qualified finance professional (AAT Level 4 or
equivalent experience) with significant experience in finance operations,
including payroll administration, pension administration, bank reconciliations,
BACS payments and VAT returns. You will have strong technical skills, excellent
attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while
maintaining high levels of accuracy.
You will be confident using finance systems and Excel, capable of
working independently, and able to build effective working relationships with
colleagues across a multi-site organisation. Experience within an academy
trust, school finance environment, IRIS/PS Financials, Teachers’ Pensions or
LGPS would be advantageous.
Most importantly, you will be professional, trustworthy and
solutions-focused, with a commitment to continuous improvement and supporting
schools to deliver the best outcomes for pupils.
The Role
Key responsibilities include:
monthly payroll administration and payroll reconciliations.
Teachers’ Pension and Local Government Pension Scheme processes.
VAT returns and maintaining financial controls.
banking transactions, BACS payment runs and cash balances.
balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
audits, month-end and year-end processes.
advice and support to finance colleagues across the Trust.
to the development and improvement of Trust-wide financial procedures.
Job details
| 🏢 Employer | Durrington Multi Academy Trust |
| 📍 Location | Worthing |
| 📋 Contract | FULL TIME |
| 📅 Closing date | 2026-09-21 |
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