Finance Manager

St. Edward’s School in Oxford is seeking a skilled and hands-on Finance Manager. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment where your expertise directly supports operational and strategic decision-making, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for. The Finance Manager role offers exposure to a wide range of financial activities, the opportunity to develop professionally, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution within a collaborative, well-resourced and forward-thinking organisation. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Finance Manager will be a key a member of the finance operations team. You will be involved with management accounts, budgeting and forecasting, cashflow, audit preparation, VAT and Tax, and regulatory reporting. The school’s operations are diverse and complex, with an annual turnover of approximately £40 million and activities spanning education, estates, catering, IT, commercial ventures and fundraising. You will be working closely with senior leaders and departmental managers to provide clear, timely financial insight that supports effective planning and delivery. We are open to hearing from candidates across a broad range of experience levels. This role could suit any of the following: · A newly qualified accountant with post-qualification experience looking to broaden their skillset and step into a more senior finance position · An experienced, fully qualified finance professional seeking a diverse finance role · A candidate qualified by experience with a strong track record in a similar finance position · A part-qualified accountant who is actively studying towards a professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and has relevant experience. (For part-qualified candidates, we can offer a comprehensive training and development package.) Responsibilities and reporting lines for this role may be adapted to reflect the successful candidate’s experience and qualification level, ensuring appropria