Financial Controller
About the job
An established independent education organisation is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its on-site finance function and support senior leadership with financial management, reporting and commercial insight.
Reporting to a Group Finance Director, this role oversees a small finance team and is responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, operational finance and supporting strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will also partner with a growing commercial activities team, providing analysis and guidance on pricing, forecasting and performance across revenue-generating programmes such as events, facility hire and seasonal activities.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a qualified accountant who enjoys combining strategic thinking with day-to-day financial management in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting
- Budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
- Leading and developing a small finance team
- Business partnering with senior leaders and budget holders
- Supporting commercial activity through pricing, analysis and reporting
- Oversight of core finance processes including billing, purchasing and credit control
- Supporting audit, VAT reporting and compliance requirements
- Identifying opportunities to improve systems, reporting and financial processes
About You
Essential
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Experience in a senior, hands-on finance role
- Experience managing a finance team
- Strong Excel and finance systems experience
Desirable
- Experience in the education sector
- Knowledge of tax or capital allowances
Salary & Benefits
- Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
- 5% employer pension contribution
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Staff discount scheme
- Free or subsidised lunch when available
- Wellbeing support and funded training opportunities
- On-site parking
