At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a finance team and oversee financial operations for the College.
- Company: A values-driven College focused on sustainable financial practices.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, discounts, free parking, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equality and community cohesion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in financial leadership while supporting a vibrant community.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance, strong leadership skills, and a recognised accountancy qualification.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Financial Operations Manager to lead our finance function and support the continued development of strong, sustainable financial operations across the College.
This key leadership role reports to the Director of Finance & Compliance and includes direct line management of a finance team.
Responsibilities
- Provide strong leadership and people management to the finance team, supporting, coaching and developing staff to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
- Oversee the production and review of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting to budget holders.
- Lead on budget setting and forecasting, working closely with managers across the organisation.
- Manage cash flow, financial controls and reporting, ensuring compliance with charity sector requirements.
- Support strategic projects including financial planning, capital development and service expansion.
- Contribute to wider organisational priorities and maintain strong external partnerships.
Qualifications
- Significant experience in a finance role, including management accounts, audit and financial reporting.
- Recognised accountancy qualification or substantial equivalent experience.
- Proven leadership and people management skills, with experience of managing, developing and motivating teams.
- Strong organisational, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Experience of working collaboratively across departments and building effective relationships at all levels.
- Knowledge of charity finance, financial regulations and best practice.
- Ability to combine technical expertise with visible, supportive leadership, ensuring the team is confident, capable and continually developing.
- Working Hours
- Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
Benefits
- Generous holiday package: 33 days per year (pro‑rata) with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days.
- Blue Light Card for discounts.
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
- Free on‑site parking and subsidised canteen (main campus only).
- Opportunities for training, mentoring and professional qualifications.
- Free life assurance (4× annual salary).
- Equality and Diversity
We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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Leadership
People Management
Financial Reporting
Budget Setting
Forecasting
Cash Flow Management
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