Finance Manager

CHM; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus annually

Meals on duty

Salary sacrifice pension

Healthcare cash plan

Parking

Job summary

CHM in Cambridge, CB2, is seeking a Finance Manager to join the Finance Office Team. The role covers financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll and endowment management for the college, its trading subsidiaries and trusts.

The successful candidate will be CCAB Qualified, able to lead a small team and influence peers. Permanent, full-time (36.25 hours/week) with a salary of £61,500 to £67,957.50 per year, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• CCAB qualified and able to lead a small finance team.
• Experience in financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll and endowment management.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll and endowment management.
• Lead a small finance team and influence peers.

Education

CCAB Qualified

Job description

Finance Manager
Hours:Full-Time, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract:Permanent
Salary:£61,500 - £67,957.50 per annum, depending on experience
Location:Cambridge, CB2

The Role

The Finance Manager is a key member of the Finance Office Team and is responsible for all areas of financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll and endowment management for this college, its trading subsidiaries, and Trusts.

The Finance Office is responsible for delivering best practice accounting so this college is able to make decisions based on accurate and timely information. This role is pivotal in ensuring the Finance Office Team is supported and managed through the delivery of the key responsibilities (detailed in the job description found at the next stage).

The candidate will be CCAB Qualified and a capable manager with the personal qualities necessary to lead a small team and influence peers.

About The Employer

Situated in the bustling heart of Cambridge, this college offers not only a prestigious setting but also exquisite surroundings, featuring some of the region's most renowned gardens overlooking the River Cam. Their commitment to academic distinction is complemented by an ethos of inclusivity and forward-thinking, fostering an exceptional and inspiring work environment.

Salary and Benefits

This is a permanent role at 36.25 hours per week. The annual salary will be between £61,500 - £67,957.50 p.a. depending on experience. In addition to this the post holder would be eligible for a bonus every year, and meals on duty. The employer also offers membership of a defined salary sacrifice pension contribution scheme, a Healthcare cash plan and parking.

The closing date is Friday 11th September 2026

Shortlisted applicants being notified shortly afterwards with interviews taking place week of 14 September 2026.

This organisation is committed to the principles of equal opportunities, diversity and respect and wants to be known as an employer that invests in its staff, recognising and rewarding them for their commitment.