Finance Analyst – Payables and Receivables at Greensprings School

Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable Management:

• Oversee and manage the full cycle of accounts payable, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Review and verify vendor invoices and employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with the school’s policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to resolve any discrepancies or issues promptly.

Accounts Receivable Management:

• Manage the accounts receivable process, including the timely collection of payments and reconciliation of accounts.
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances, maintaining clear communication with parents, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of all receivables transactions.

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

• Conduct financial analysis and prepare detailed reports to support decision-making processes, including cash flow forecasting, variance analysis, and trend analysis.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.

ERP System Management:

• Utilize ERP systems (with a preference for Microsoft Dynamics) to manage financial data, ensuring accuracy and integrity across all transactions.
• Continuously seek to improve and streamline ERP processes, leveraging system capabilities to enhance efficiency.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards, including maintaining accurate and complete records for audits.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard the school’s financial resources.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with the finance team, school administration, and other departments to provide financial insights and support for strategic initiatives.
• Provide training and guidance on financial processes and ERP usage to team members as needed.

Attention to Detail:

• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work, ensuring the integrity of financial data, bank payments and reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of finance experience especially in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant i.e. ACCA, ACA
• Proven experience as a Finance Analyst with a focus on Payables and Receivables.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics is highly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of financial analysis, financial modeling, and data interpretation.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Willingness to resume immediately will be an added leverage.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in a school or educational environment (though not compulsory but desirable).
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to school finance.