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