School Finance Manager | Drive Budgets for Students

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Chosen Hill School in Gloucestershire is seeking a Finance Manager to lead the school’s financial operations and support strategic decision‑making. This role works closely with the Business Manager, SLT and Governors to manage budgets, reporting and statutory returns.

The successful candidate will provide high‑quality financial insight, ensuring regulatory compliance and robust financial controls while contributing to educational outcomes.

Qualifications

• AAT or higher accounting qualification is essential.
• Significant experience in financial management, budgeting and reporting.
• Strong management accounting and forecasting skills.
• Ability to present financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proven leadership, organisational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school's financial management systems and processes.
• Lead annual budget planning, reporting and statutory returns.
• Manage external and internal audit processes and financial controls.
• Provide high-quality financial insights to support strategic decisions.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team and Governors with financial reporting.

Skills

AAT qualified

Higher accounting qualification

Financial management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Communication

Education

AAT or higher accounting qualification

Job description

Chosen Hill School in Gloucestershire is seeking a Finance Manager to lead the school’s financial operations and support strategic decision‑making. This role works closely with the Business Manager, SLT and Governors to manage budgets, reporting and statutory returns.

The successful candidate will provide high‑quality financial insight, ensuring regulatory compliance and robust financial controls while contributing to educational outcomes.