Trust Finance Manager

We are supporting a multi-academy trust in West Yorkshire with the appointment of an experienced Interim Trust Finance Manager to provide leadership and stability within the central finance function.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role supporting the Chief Finance Officer and working closely with school leaders across primary and secondary settings. The interim manager will play a key role in managing trust-wide financial operations, producing high‑quality management information, and supporting budgeting, forecasting and compliance during a period of transition and growth.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day trust finance operations, including VAT, reconciliations and month-end
Produce monthly management accounts, variance analysis and balance sheet reconciliations
Lead or support budgeting and forecasting across multiple academies
Manage capital accounting and grant funding reporting
Liaise with auditors, payroll providers and external stakeholders
Provide expert financial advice to school leaders and budget holders
Line manage and support finance team members as required.

About You

Proven experience in academy trust, education, charity or public sector finance
Strong knowledge of academy financial frameworks and statutory reporting
Confident producing management accounts and leading budgeting processes
Hands-on, organised and comfortable working at pace
Available at short notice or within a limited timeframe

Hybrid working is supported, with some travel to school sites required.

If you are an experienced education finance professional seeking a meaningful interim assignment where you can make an immediate impact, this could be an excellent opportunity.

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