Finance Press Release

Juniper Education partners with SBS Financial Planner to transform school budgeting

Juniper Education
Juniper Education Jan 5, 2026, 9:41:09 AM 1 min read

Introduction

Funding pressures, rising staffing costs, and increasing accountability mean school leaders need more than spreadsheets to manage their budgets effectively. That’s why Juniper Education has partnered with SBS Financial Planner, a leading financial management solutionto help schools and MATs gain clarity, confidence and control over their finances. 

Why This Partnership Matters 

We’ve joined forces with top financial management software providers to deliver an affordable, fully integrated solution. Combined with the expertise of our seasoned consultants, this creates a scalable, best in class finance function for our customers. 

What You’ll Gain 

SBS Financial Planner is the Juniper-recommended budget management tool for schools and MATs.  
 
Together, Juniper and SBS offer: 

  • Centralised budget assumptions with scenario planning 
  • Bespoke finance and KPI reporting tailored to your needs
  • Monthly payroll reconciliation for staffing accuracy 
  • Consultant-led support combined with SBS software to build, monitor and reforecast complex budget scenarios 

The Impact 

This partnership gives school leaders: 

  • A clear, connected view of budgets across multiple scenarios 
  • Evidence-based insights to align financial decisions with school improvement priorities 
  • Ongoing monitoring and reforecasting as priorities and pressures change 

With Juniper’s education consultants and SBS’s powerful software, you’ll have the tools and expertise to plan confidently and respond quickly when circumstances shift. 

Ready to take control of your school’s finances?

Book a consultation today and discover how this integrated approach can work for you.

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