School Business Manager

Recruiter:

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref:

1272052114

Date posted:

Saturday, May 17, 2025

Location:

Sea Point, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Position Overview:
The School Business Manager plays a strategic and hands-on role in overseeing the school’s financial management, while also managing key support services. This role ensures that the financial health of the school is sound and that support functions run smoothly to allow the leadership team and staff to focus on education delivery. Approximately 70% of the role is dedicated to financial leadership and management.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management (70%):

Lead and manage the full finance function including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, internal controls, and audits.
Manage contracts, supplier relationships, and procurement to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Advise the Head of School and Governing Body on financial matters, risks, and strategic planning.
Oversee compliance with all financial, tax, and regulatory obligations.

Support Services & Operations (30%):

Oversee support services including human resources, admissions, IT, health & safety, communications, and facilities management.
Coordinate and monitor investment and improvement projects, ensuring alignment with the school’s strategy.
Manage risk, compliance, and ensure the school meets legal, health & safety, and data protection requirements.
Support the Head of School and leadership team in operational decision-making and reporting.

Profile Requirements:

Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Business Management, or similar (MBA or equivalent preferred).
5–10 years of senior financial management experience, ideally within an educational or service-oriented environment.
Strong leadership, financial acumen, organizational, and people management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership, staff, and stakeholders.
Proactive, solutions-driven, and able to work independently.

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