At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll, and endowment management for Clare College.
- Company: Clare College, a progressive and inclusive institution in the heart of Cambridge.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, meals on duty, pension scheme, and healthcare cash plan.
- Other info: Beautiful campus with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a historic college and make a real impact in financial management.
- Qualifications: CCAB Qualified with strong management and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 61500 - 67957 £ per year.
Hours: Full-Time, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £61,500 - £67,957.50 per annum, depending on experience
Location: Trinity Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1TL
The Role
The Finance Manager is a key member of the Finance Office Team and is responsible for all areas of financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll and endowment management for the College, its trading subsidiaries, and Trusts. The Finance Office is responsible for delivering best practice accounting so the College is able to make decisions based on accurate and timely information. This role is pivotal in ensuring the Finance Office Team is supported and managed through the delivery of the key responsibilities.
The candidate will be CCAB Qualified and a capable manager with the personal qualities necessary to lead a small team and influence peers.
About Us
Clare College is the second oldest of the 31 Colleges in the University of Cambridge. Regarded as one of the most progressive and informal, Clare is renowned as a College that achieves academically at the highest levels, whilst also being welcoming, forward-thinking, and inclusive. Located in the heart of Cambridge city centre, the College is extraordinarily beautiful and famed for its gardens on the Backs. Our gardens are widely renowned as some of the best in Cambridge and are valued by all members of the College, as well as our guests. Clare's Old Court, a Grade I listed building, is the centre of the College and is unique among the ancient Cambridge Colleges in having maintained its architectural integrity over the course of its history.
Salary and Benefits
This is a permanent role at 36.25 hours per week. The annual salary will be between £61,500 - £67,957.50 p.a. depending on experience. In addition to this, the post holder would be eligible for a bonus every year, and meals on duty. We also offer membership of a defined salary sacrifice pension contribution scheme, a Healthcare cash plan and parking.
The closing date is Friday 11th September 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be notified shortly afterwards with interviews taking place the week of 14 September 2026.
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. We are committed to the principles of equal opportunities, diversity and respect and want to be known as an employer that invests in its staff, recognising and rewarding them for their commitment.
Finance Manager in Farnham employer: Clare College, Cambridge
Clare College offers a unique and enriching work environment in the heart of Cambridge, where employees are valued for their contributions and supported in their professional growth. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, the College fosters a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and excellence. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, annual bonuses, and a range of benefits including a pension scheme and healthcare cash plan, all while working in a stunning historical setting that enhances both personal and professional fulfilment.
