At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance team and ensure accurate financial records in a dynamic educational setting.
- Company: Join St Joseph's College, a supportive environment focused on education and growth.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Early applications encouraged; commitment to safeguarding children is essential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in finance while supporting the education of future generations.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Full time 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join our College and play a key role in delivering an efficient, high-quality finance service.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working collaboratively, leading a team, and making a meaningful contribution within a dynamic educational environment.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will lead the College's day-to-day finance function, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, the timely production of management accounts and statutory returns, and the delivery of exceptional financial support across the College.
You will have direct line management responsibility for two Finance Assistants and a Credit Controller, providing leadership, support, and development to ensure a responsive and effective finance team.
The successful candidate will be highly organised, analytical, and confident managing multiple priorities.
You will possess excellent communication and IT skills, demonstrate sound financial judgement, and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
If you are an experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills and are looking to make a real impact within a supportive educational environment, we would love to hear from you.
The closing date for applications is
9am, Monday 10 August 2026 .
Interviews will take place on Monday 17 August 2026.
The College reserves the right to interview prior to the closing deadline, so early applications are encouraged.
St Joseph's College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Please be advised that applications cannot be accepted unless they are on the College's Application Form.
References will be taken up and will be carefully checked.
DBS charge payable by applicant.
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