Finance Manager (Brecon High School)

Powys County Council; Brecon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Brecon is seeking a dedicated Finance Manager to support robust management of the school budget and income generation. Key responsibilities include leading financial resources, monitoring budgets, and managing finance staff. Applicants should have a degree or related qualification in finance, along with experience in financial management. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment are available. The position promotes safeguarding and inclusivity.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Degree level education or equivalent professional qualification in relevant discipline.
• Experience in financial management with knowledge of financial policy and standards.
• Desirable experience in school finance but secure knowledge of financial management is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial resources to meet strategic aims, including budget planning.
• Monitor budgets and ensure financial probity and compliance with audit recommendations.
• Manage finance staff and ensure effective financial service provision.
• Oversee administrative procedures and assist in policy development.

Skills

Financial management

Budget planning

Monitoring spending

Leadership skills

Education

Degree or equivalent professional qualification

Financial qualification (AAT/CIPFA/CCAB/DSBM/ADSBM)

Job description

Applications close on 15th December 2025 at 10 am

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Finance Manager to join our team. This is a very important role within the school as it will continue to support me to provide robust management to the school budget and secure potential income generation in the longer-term.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the financial resources to meet the schools' strategic aims, including budget planning, budget modelling and maintenance of financial probity.
• Manage and monitor spending of budgets, as required by the governing body, ensuring financial probity and that audit recommendations and FMS requirements are implemented.
• Lead and manage the work of the finance staff, ensuring that an effective financial service is provided.
• Manage complex administrative procedures.
• Assist with the development of policies and procedures as required.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Educated to degree level or hold an equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline or demonstrate substantial related knowledge, experience and competence.
• Financial management experience and knowledge of financial policy and standards, normally holding a financial qualification, e.g. AAT/CIPFA/CCAB/DSBM/ADSBM.
• While experience in school finance is desirable, if you have a secure knowledge of financial management and transferable skills, we would still very much like to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference to the lives of young people.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Safeguarding Statement

Brecon High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all groups and backgrounds.

Application Information

If you are interested in the post and would like to arrange an informal discussion with the Headteacher, please email Miriam Coleman ([e-mail]).

All applicants are asked to complete the application form provided and outline how your skills, experience and qualities make you the ideal person to join the school.