September & October Training Courses
MIS

Posted on 19th September 2024

September & October Training Courses

Take a look at what we've got coming up in September & October!

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Absence & Vacancy Cover - Interim Finance and SBM support for schools and MATs
Finance

Posted on 29th July 2024

Absence & Vacancy Cover - Interim Finance and SBM support for schools and MATs

We wanted to make our Finance & Accountancy blog subscribers aware of the support we offer to schools and MATs requiring finance expertise on an interim basis.

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Managing Budget Changes in Light of Decreasing School Enrolments with SBS Financial Planner
Financial Planning

Posted on 22nd July 2024

Managing Budget Changes in Light of Decreasing School Enrolments with SBS Financial Planner

According to the latest national projections from an ONS study, the number of pupils in schools in England is expected to decrease significantly in the coming years. This trend is driven by various demographic factors, including lower birth rates and changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Streamlining Your School or MAT's Finances: Why does Budgeting Software Beat Spreadsheets?
Financial Planning

Posted on 20th March 2024

Streamlining Your School or MAT's Finances: Why does Budgeting Software Beat Spreadsheets?

As a CFO in a multi-academy trust or School Business Manager, you understand the intricacies of juggling numerous budgets amidst rising costs and uncertain levels of funding. Optimising financial planning is crucial, and that's where budgeting software can be your game-changer.

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Your Summary Notes: CFO & COO INSIDER - Laying a Foundation for Growth
Finance

Posted on 18th March 2024

Your Summary Notes: CFO & COO INSIDER - Laying a Foundation for Growth

On February 29th we delivered the latest CFO & COO INSIDER - a live, regular discussion about the trust finance topics that matter most.

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The benefits of employing school Fundraising Support Staff
Company News

Posted on 23rd February 2022

The benefits of employing school Fundraising Support Staff

It is becoming more common for schools to appoint a fundraiser either full time at the larger secondary level or part time for smaller and primary schools.

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Make budgeting software work for you
Financial Planning

Posted on 22nd February 2022

Make budgeting software work for you

Lynne Higginbottom, Bursar, reflects on her professional journey and experience with school budgeting solutions.

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Make sure you don’t under-forecast backdated pay awards
Financial Planning

Posted on 14th December 2021

Make sure you don’t under-forecast backdated pay awards

We all know that pay awards never go through on the dates you expect them to/budget for.

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New system to ease the HR administration and planning burden for schools and academy trusts
Company News

Posted on 16th September 2021

New system to ease the HR administration and planning burden for schools and academy trusts

Strictly Education has launched a new single HR, payroll and pensions system designed specifically for the education sector.

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What do we mean when we talk about school business professionals?
SBL Day

Posted on 26th May 2021

What do we mean when we talk about school business professionals?

There are so many titles used to describe the school business professional (SBP). The title ‘business manager’ is no longer as fashionable as it was during...

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Top tips for managing your workload from SBLs
SBL Day

Posted on 10th May 2021

Top tips for managing your workload from SBLs

Arbor blog: Top tips for managing your workload from School Business Leaders

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New Remote Service - Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning with Power BI
MIS

Posted on 5th May 2021

New Remote Service - Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning with Power BI

Examine how efficiently your school is running and give some insights on how changes could be made.

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