Finance Manager

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Job summary

Wolverley CE Secondary School invites applications for a Finance Manager to lead budgeting, planning and reporting. You will shape the school’s financial future and advise leaders and governors on sustainability and compliance.

A senior role, you’ll oversee operations, support income activities and manage finance staff. Working with the School Business Manager and SLT, you’ll develop multi-year strategies, provide detailed financial analysis, and deputise for the Business Director when required.

Qualifications

• Experience of budget setting, financial management and reporting.
• Advanced Excel and familiarity with financial systems.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and build positive working relationships.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of a Church of England school.
• School finance experience is advantageous, or transferable finance expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting and reporting to ensure sustainability.
• Develop multi-year budgets and undertake scenario planning.
• Provide financial advice to leaders and governors and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations and income-generating activities.
• Manage finance staff and deputise for the Business Director on financial matters.

Skills

Budget management

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

Financial systems

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

A Level 5 qualification in finance

Job description

Blakeshall Lane, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 5XQ

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

16/08/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for. Are you an experienced finance professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in education?

We are seeking a talented and motivated Finance Manager to join our team and help shape the financial future of our successful and ambitious school.

Working closely with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team, you will lead on financial planning, budgeting and reporting, ensuring the school's long‑term financial sustainability.

This senior role includes developing multi‑year budgets, undertaking scenario planning, providing financial advice to leaders and governors, and supporting compliance with financial regulations.

You will also oversee day‑to‑day financial operations, support income‑generating activities, manage finance staff and deputise for the Business Director on financial matters when required.

About You

• A Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in finance, or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience of budget setting, financial management and reporting.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to influence and build positive working relationships.
• A commitment to the values and ethos of a Church of England school.
• School finance experience would be advantageous, but we also welcome applications from candidates looking to bring their finance expertise into the education sector.

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward‑thinking school where your work will directly contribute to positive outcomes for young people.

The role offers variety, challenge and the chance to play a key part in the school's future success.

Wolverley CE Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Visits will be offered on Thursday 27th August or w/c 31st August 2026.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups

Including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Additional Information

If you are keen to find out more about this wonderful opportunity, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Charlotte Wells by email on [e-mail].

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