Finance Manager

4750606
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Flexible Working,Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    £50,000 - £60,000 plus 30 days holiday
  • Closing date

    14 Dec 2025

Hybrid working - one day from home initially

Your new organisation
Working with a school in west London – excellent communication links.

Your new role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Manager to take the lead on financial management within our school. This is a pivotal role, ensuring that our resources are managed effectively to support outstanding teaching and learning.
As Finance Manager, you will:
  • Oversee the preparation and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans
  • Provide clear, accurate financial reports to senior leaders and governors
  • Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including VAT, payroll, and pensions
  • Manage procurement, contracts, and supplier relationships to ensure value for money
  • Lead and develop the finance officer, embedding strong financial controls and processes


What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for someone who brings both technical expertise and strategic insight. You will:
  • Be CCAB qualified or CIMA (or equivalent)
  • Have demonstrable experience in financial management, ideally within a school setting
  • Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a logical and structured approach
  • Be confident in producing reports and presenting financial information to senior stakeholders.
  • Have strong interpersonal skills, able to build effective relationships across the school and with external partners
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, VLookup)


What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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