Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience. Finance Consultant Annual Salary: £35,000 - £42,500 (DOE) Location: Kent (with travel to client sites) Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Hours: 37.5 hours per week We are seeking an enthusiastic Finance Consultant with experience in the education sector, specifically working with schools, academies and multi-academy trusts. This role involves providing high-quality financial support, software, and consultancy services. It's an excellent opportunity for a driven finance professional who is passionate about making a significant impact in the educational finance field. Day-to-day of the role: Provide operational finance support on-site, carrying out day-to-day tasks assigned by the client school. Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts to support accurate financial reporting and informed decision-making. Assist with school budgets and financial forecasts, helping clients plan and monitor financial performance. Support financial year-end, including assisting clients and auditors with financial statements and audit preparation. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience working in financial administration, management accounts, or school/academy finance – highly desirable. Experience using education financial software – highly desirable. Strong communication skills, with confidence dealing with clients face-to-face, even in challenging situations. Excellent organisational and planning ability, including managing diaries, schedules, and workload independently. High accuracy and attention to detail, especially when preparing management accounts and financial documents. Ability to build professional relationships, collaborate effectively, and support networking within the education finance sector. Positive, proactive attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. Self-motivated, capable of working remotely while travelling regularly to client sites. Committed to professional development, including ongoing study. Full UK driving licence / own transport / readiness to use public transport and willingness to travel across Kent is essential. Benefits: Excellent career progression prospects. Individual progression and training plans. Half yearly team days out. Regular training. Healthcare plan. Study package and support where relevant to individual. Pension scheme. 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional leave after 1 year of service.* Occasional remote working. Opportunity to take part in company charity events and social events. xehkeey To apply for this Finance Consultant position, please submit your CV. *  Our client is closed between Christmas and the new year, using 5 days annual leave over this period is mandatory, however after 1 year of service you qualify for an additional 3 days leave.