Financial Controller

Michael Page Finance; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised lunches

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is recruiting a Financial Controller for an education sector organisation based in Manchester. You will oversee financial health, manage budgets, deliver accurate reports, and support decision-making with robust financial insights.

You will lead the accounting team, ensure regulatory compliance, liaise with auditors, and drive continuous improvements in financial policies and planning.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification.
• Strong experience in financial management and reporting.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and financial planning processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Oversee and manage the accounting team to maintain accurate records.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure efficient financial operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
• Assist with external audits and liaise with auditors as needed.

Skills

Financial management

Financial reporting

Leadership

Communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

As a Financial Controller in the Education sector, based in Manchester, you'll oversee the financial health of the organisation, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and compliance. This role plays a key part in supporting decision-making by delivering accurate financial insights and managing budgets effectively.

Client Details

A leading education organisation located in Manchester

Description

• Prepare and present financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage budgets, forecasts and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Oversee and manage the accounting team to maintain accurate records.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure efficient financial operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
• Assist with external audits and liaise with auditors as needed.

Profile

A successful Financial Controller should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong experience in financial management and reporting.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and financial planning processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £65,000 to £70,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Full-time, on-site position in Manchester.
• Subsidised lunches.
• Permanent employment with a leading education organisation.