Finance Manager, CHM

Guardian Jobs; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Meals on duty

Defined salary sacrifice pension

Healthcare cash plan

Parking

Job summary

Guardian Jobs in Cambridge is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee all financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll and endowment management for the college and its subsidiaries.

The ideal candidate will be CCAB qualified and an able manager who can lead a small team, ensure timely information for decision making, and contribute to the college's inclusive, forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• CCAB qualification and capable manager to lead a small team.
• Experience in financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll.
• Experience with endowment management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all areas of financial accounting, audit, treasury, tax, payroll and endowment management.
• Lead and develop the Finance Office Team.
• Provide timely financial information to support decision making.

Skills

CCAB qualification

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

• eligible for a bonus every year
• meals on duty
• membership of a defined salary sacrifice pension contribution scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• 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.

No agencies please.