Strategic Finance Manager – Education

The Yehudi Menuhin School; Stafford; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yehudi Menuhin School invites applications for a Finance Manager to lead the school’s financial operations from its Surrey-based site. The role includes robust financial controls, timely reporting, and strategic financial planning for multiple entities including associated charitable activities.

Key duties cover management of day-to-day finances, budgeting, income control, VAT reporting, and liaison with auditors.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA or equivalent).
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Significant experience in financial management and reporting.
• Experience budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Experience preparing accounts for audit.
• Experience within an independent school, academy, charity, or education setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations across multiple entities.
• Maintain accurate accounts and financial reporting with robust controls.
• Credit control and debtor management; monitor cash flow against budget.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and forecasts to year end.
• Oversee fee management, bursaries, and income recognition.
• Coordinate with auditors and implement audit recommendations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Reporting

Excel

Stakeholder management

Financial controls

Communication

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CIPFA or equivalent

Continuing professional development

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

The Yehudi Menuhin School invites applications for a Finance Manager to lead the school’s financial operations from its Surrey-based site. The role includes robust financial controls, timely reporting, and strategic financial planning for multiple entities including associated charitable activities.

Key duties cover management of day-to-day finances, budgeting, income control, VAT reporting, and liaison with auditors.