Chartwells State Schools is on an exciting transformation journey, driving financial performance and innovation through state-of-the-art data integration tools. We’re looking for an ambitious Finance Assistant to support our growth, working closely with an Assistant Finance Manager (AFM) and Regional Managers to drive key financial processes across multiple contracts.
If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, enjoy working with numbers, and want to make an impact in an evolving sector, this role is for you.
Location: Birmingham, B45 9PZ (3 days on-site per week)
Salary: £30,800 per annum
Benefits:
- Study support to help you progress in your professional journey
- Aviva DigiCare+ providing an annual health check, Digital GP, mental health and nutritional consultations, and second medical opinion
- Exclusive Perks at Work, a premium benefits and wellbeing platform
- Free meals when working on-site
- Employee Assistance Programme to support mental and emotional well-being
- Holiday Purchase Scheme, allowing you to customize your time off
- Ongoing training and development with tailored programs to help you reach your full potential
Finance & Business Partnering
- Supporting the AFM and key operational leaders within your region
- Preparing critical business reports, including monthly accounts, forecasts, and budgets
- Supporting balance sheet reviews, highlighting key risks and opportunities
Financial Performance & Analysis
- Assisting with month-end adjustments, P&L consolidation, and financial reporting
- Providing transactional support, including invoice processing, supplier account creation, and CAPEX approvals
- Supporting finance teams with month-end journals and closing accounts
Relationship Management & Collaboration
- Working cross-functionally with finance and non-finance teams
- Building strong stakeholder relationships to enhance financial decision-making
Essential:
- Experience in management accounting (including financial adjustments)
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to business partner with non-financial stakeholders
- Currently studying towards CIMA / ACCA / ACA (Management or Applied Skills level)
Desirable:
- Ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with SAP, Cognos, and QuickSight
If you are passionate about finance, data, and making a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of our growth story.