Finance Manager - Campbell College

Artemis Human Capital; Belfast; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in East Belfast is seeking a Finance Manager to lead its financial operations. This unique role offers the chance to make a significant impact within a community-focused environment, ensuring the financial health of the school while contributing to its ambitious goals. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong leadership skills and a passion for education. With a competitive salary and generous benefits including a substantial pension and ample leave, this position is perfect for someone looking to blend their financial expertise with a meaningful mission.

Benefits

19% employer pension

38 days leave per annum

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with broad post-qualification financial experience.
• Self-motivated, detail-focused, organised, with strong numeracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day finance operations including payroll, fees, and payments.
• Prepare detailed management accounts, projections, and cashflow reporting.
• Manage annual budgeting, financial statements, audits, and compliance tasks.

Skills

Post-qualification financial experience

Proficient in Excel

Accounting software

Online banking

Leadership

Numeracy

Knowledge of GDPR

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

We are proud to be working in partnership with Campbell College, a renowned and historic educational institution in East Belfast, to recruit a new Finance Manager to their staff. This rare opportunity has become available due to an upcoming retirement, offering the successful candidate the chance to join a school steeped in tradition while helping to shape its future.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an ambitious school community where your skills and insight will make a real difference.

Benefits:

• £55k - £58k salary

• 19% employer pension

• 38 days leave per annum

• Free on-site parking

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day finance operations including payroll, fees, and payments.

• Prepare detailed management accounts, projections, and cashflow reporting.

• Manage annual budgeting, financial statements, audits, and compliance tasks.

• Oversee payroll processes, staffing budgets, and salary reporting systems.

• Monitor pupil fees, handle debt recovery, treasury, and VAT returns.

• Manage finances for College’s retail arm, including VAT and reporting.

• Support departmental budgets, visa processes, parent communication, and governance.

• Provide HR support on contracts, employment law, and staff welfare.

Who we are looking for:

• Qualified accountant with broad post-qualification financial experience.

• Self-motivated, detail-focused, organised, with strong numeracy.

• Proficient in Excel, accounting software, online banking.

• Experienced leader; payroll, charity, education, GDPR knowledge.

Apply below or call Marc NortonatArtemis Human Capital to discuss full details in confidence.