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Allen Lane are currently supporting a Authority client to appoint an experienced Interim Finance Manager for an initial 6-month assignment. This is a pivotal role providing strategic and operational financial leadership across High Needs and Early Years Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG). Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will manage one direct report and act as the finance lead across a complex and high-profile funding portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing finance function and make an immediate impact in a complex education funding environment.
Job Responsibility:
Lead on High Needs and Early Years DSG funding
Ensure accurate allocation and calculation of DSG funding within agreed timetables
Review funding support for pupils and students under the DSG formula
Agree annual budgets with service managers and provide robust financial challenge
Deliver monthly budget monitoring and forecasting with service leads
Provide advice and guidance to schools and academies
Ensure completion of statutory government returns
Requirements:
CCAB qualified (or equivalent) accountant
Strong experience within local authority education finance
In-depth understanding of DSG, High Needs, and Early Years funding
Experience working with schools and academies in a complex environment
Proven ability to manage budgets, statutory returns, and financial governance
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills