Finance Manager - Well-Resourced Secondary School -...

Finance Manager – Well-Resourced Secondary School – Nottingham

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale (support staff scale depending on experience)

School Information

This role is based in a large and well-established 11–18 Outstanding secondary school located in Nottingham . The school has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, effective leadership and high standards across all areas of school life.

Students are motivated learners who benefit from a structured and supportive environment. The school encourages ambition and resilience while ensuring that students feel supported in their educational journey.

Leaders place strong emphasis on efficient school operations and effective resource management. Financial planning plays a key role in ensuring that the school continues to provide high-quality facilities, learning resources and support services.

Support staff are recognised as essential contributors to the success of the school and are valued members of the professional community.

Role Overview

The school is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure that the school’s resources are managed effectively.

The successful candidate will lead financial planning, budgeting and reporting processes while working closely with senior leaders to ensure that financial decisions support the school’s long-term goals.

This role requires someone with strong financial expertise, excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage complex financial systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the school’s financial systems and accounting processes
• Prepare and monitor annual budgets
• Produce financial reports for senior leaders and governors
• Monitor expenditure and ensure financial efficiency
• Manage procurement processes and supplier relationships
• Oversee payroll coordination and financial transactions
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies
• Support strategic financial planning
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Coordinate financial audits and reporting requirements
• Work closely with senior leaders to support resource allocation
• Monitor funding streams and financial forecasting

Candidate Profile

The school is seeking a candidate with strong financial management experience and a professional approach to organisational operations.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience managing financial systems or budgets
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills
• Ability to produce clear financial reports
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience managing procurement and financial compliance
• Ability to work collaboratively with leadership teams
• Confidence managing complex financial information
• Strong problem-solving abilities

Experience working within a school or educational environment is advantageous but not essential.

Why Join This School?

The school offers a professional and supportive environment where staff contributions are valued.

Benefits include:

• Strong leadership and clear organisational systems
• Opportunities for professional development
• Well-established administrative and financial structures
• Collaborative staff culture
• Modern facilities and resources
• Opportunity to contribute to strategic school planning

The Finance Manager will play a key role in ensuring that financial resources are used effectively to support student success.

Application

If you are an experienced finance professional seeking a meaningful role within a successful school community, we would welcome your application.

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.