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An exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join a reputable not-for-profit organisation in the education sector. This role offers the chance to manage a dynamic finance team and contribute to the organisation's financial strategy.
Client Details
Our client is a large-scale, not-for-profit institution based in London, renowned in the education sector. With thousands of employees and a strong presence in the community, the organisation is committed to delivering excellent education services and promoting lifelong learning.
Description
The main duties the finance manager will need to carry out are as follows:
- Lead the finance team in daily operations.
- Managing the budgets of designated schools & professional service departments (PSD) and working closely with the respective budget holders in delivering targeted budgeted results
- Manage financial reports and statements.
- Advise on VAT and partial exemption VAT rules.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
- Collaborate with senior management to set financial goals.
- Manage designated schools' enterprise income reporting and assist in their bids for research income, while identifying new income sources, opportunities to increase existing income lines and efficiency savings.
- Monitor and manage the organisation's budget.
- Conduct financial audits and present findings.
- Assist in the development of financial policies and procedures.
Profile
A successful Finance Manager should have:
- A degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
- ACA Qualification is Essential
- Experience in preparing statutory financial accounts & interaction with external auditors or relevant work experience in an audit practice performing external audits
- Professional finance or accounting certification.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
- Experience in managing a finance team.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Job Offer
- A competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000 per year.
- Generous annual leave of 38 days.
- A 10% non-contributory pension scheme.
- A defined benefit scheme.
- The opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a stimulating environment.
If you are a Finance Manager looking to make a significant impact in a respected not-for-profit organisation, this could be the ideal role for you. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
