Finance Manager

Loughborough Schools Foundation; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community foundation in England is seeking a skilled Finance Manager for a part-time role (26 hours/week). This position involves managing accounting functions for two trading subsidiaries and preparing VAT returns. The ideal candidate is a qualified (or nearly qualified) accountant with experience in management accounts and excellent communication skills. Proficiency in Excel is required, while knowledge of Power BI is advantageous. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with a closing date of January 12, 2026.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified (or nearly qualified) accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Experience in management accounts, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel; Power BI experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing the accounting functions for our two trading subsidiaries.
• Preparing quarterly VAT returns and acting as the first point of contact for VAT queries.
• Maintaining the Fixed Asset register and assisting with monthly management accounts.
• Ensuring reconciliations of all control accounts and supporting budget holders.
• Assisting with annual financial statements and liaising with external auditors.
• Overseeing non-fee billing and FEEE claims, plus ad-hoc analysis and project work.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Management accounts expertise

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Power BI experience

Education

ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Finance Manager – Part time (26 hours/week)

Finance Manager Part time, all year round 26 hours per week (working pattern to be agreed with successful candidate) Permanent Loughborough Schools Foundation is seeking to appoint a skilled and motivated Finance Manager to join our Finance team. This pivotal role will support the financial management of the Foundation and its two trading subsidiaries, working closely with colleagues across the Foundation, including budget holders within schools and external advisors. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you'll collaborate with the wider finance team and provide expert financial advice and support to stakeholders at all levels. This is an ideal position for a qualified (or nearly qualified) accountant who has excellent technical knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the accounting functions for our two trading subsidiaries.
• Preparing quarterly VAT returns and acting as the first point of contact for VAT queries.
• Maintaining the Fixed Asset register and assisting with monthly management accounts.
• Ensuring reconciliations of all control accounts and supporting budget holders.
• Assisting with annual financial statements and liaising with external auditors.
• Overseeing non-fee billing and FEEE claims, plus ad-hoc analysis and project work.

About you

• Fully qualified (or nearly qualified) accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Experience in management accounts, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel; Power BI experience is advantageous.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate financial information clearly.

To apply, please complete the application form in full, ensuring you include your education and employment history. You should also provide contact details for two referees. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, please apply as soon as possible via our website and complete the online application form. Loughborough Schools Foundation is a vibrant and diverse community, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you have the skills and ambition to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you. Closing date: Monday 12 January 2026 at 09:00am.