At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage finances for a prestigious school and lead budgeting and reporting.
- Company: Join a well-established private school in Edgbaston with a dynamic team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, free child place, 25 days holiday, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with strong career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the financial health of an educational institution.
- Qualifications: ACCA, CIMA, ACA qualified or equivalent experience in financial management.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Greenwell Gleeson are working exclusively with an organisation based just on the outskirts of Birmingham who are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join their dynamic team at a well‑established private school. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing the school's finances and supporting its continued growth and excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and management of the school's annual budget and financial forecasts
- Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports for senior leadership and governors
- Oversee day‑to‑day financial operations, including payroll, purchasing and cash flow management
- Manage the billing and collection of school fees and monitor debtor balances
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards and internal policies
- Liaise with auditors and manage year‑end accounts and statutory reporting
- Develop and maintain strong financial controls and procedures
- Manage and support finance team members
About You
- Professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or qualified by experience
- Experienced in financial management, ideally within education or a similar environment
- Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
- A confident communicator, able to present financial information clearly
- Proficient in financial systems and Excel
- Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
Desirable Experience
- Experience in a fee‑paying school or similar organisation
- Knowledge of VAT, payroll and pensions
- Experience working with governors or trustees
What's On Offer
- Free child place
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Term Time – 8.15am‑4.15pm / Non Term Time – 1 Day WFH, 9am‑3pm
Finance Manager employer: Gleeson Accountancy Recruitment
Join a well-established private school in Edgbaston as a Finance Manager, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to fostering educational excellence. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values professional growth, offering benefits such as a free child place, generous holiday allowance, and flexible working arrangements during non-term time. This role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on the school's financial health but also provides opportunities for personal development in a collaborative environment.
Contact Details:
Gleeson Accountancy Recruitment Recruitment Team
