Financial Controller

FEA; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sixth form college in Manchester is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to manage financial operations, including budgeting and reporting. The role involves strategic planning and forecasting to support the college's leadership. Candidates should have excellent technical skills, attention to detail, and experience in financial management, with familiarity in educational environments and tools like Sage Intacct preferred. Interested candidates can discuss details via email before applying.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial management and operations.
• Experience in an educational environment desirable.
• Highly motivated with strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance Team ensuring financial integrity.
• Manage budgeting, reporting, audit preparation, and cash-flow.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team in planning and forecasting.

Skills

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Financial management

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Our client is a leading sixth form college in Manchester, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, personal development and a strong Catholic ethos. Their modern facilities and supportive environment enable both staff and students to thrive. They are proud of their values - Sincerity, Justice, Truth, Freedom, Excellence, Internationality and Joy - which underpin every aspect of college life.

They are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Controller to lead their Finance Team and ensure the College’s financial integrity, efficiency and compliance.

Reporting to the Vice Principal (Planning & Resources), you will manage all aspects of financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, audit preparation and cash‑flow management. You will play a key strategic role in planning and forecasting, supporting the Senior Leadership Team to optimise resources and maintain their outstanding standards.

You will have excellent technical skills, strong attention to detail and proven experience in financial management. Experience with Sage Intacct and in an educational environment is desirable.

Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Interested parties are advised to have an initial discussion with our lead consultant prior to submitting an application by emailing [e-mail].

Closing date: 9am Tuesday 10 February 2026

Interview date: Thursday 26 February 2026