At Skills and Education Group, we are passionate about the advancement of skills and education to improve the lives of individuals. We provide regulated qualifications, funding opportunities and professional development programmes to further education and skills providers - and a much more.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Finance Manager to join the team in order to support the Financial Controller in providing a comprehensive, efficient and high quality finance function for the Group. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will provide operational support in a timely and professional manner for the Group and its subsidiaries. You will be involved in a comprehensive range of financial activities, including managing accounts, preparing monthly management accounts, and overseeing the annual audit process.

To be successful in this role, you should possess a professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or be part or fully qualified, or have relevant experience. You should have up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and practices, with experience in preparing monthly management accounts and managing the annual audit process. Additionally, you should be experienced in accounts payable and receivable, credit control, debt recovery, banking and cash control processes, VAT, payroll, and expenses. Strong commercial awareness is essential.

You should be comfortable working in a busy office environment and have a strong customer service ethos. Time management and attention to detail will be critical, along with excellent IT and data management skills.

We offer good terms and conditions of employment, including a generous holiday entitlement and a contributory pension scheme.

For further details about us, please visit the Skills and Education Group website.

How to apply?

If you are interested in working for a successful and purpose-led organisation where you can directly contribute to its continued success, please apply: Skills and Education Group - Finance Manager (sage.hr)

Please note: If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, we regret your application has been unsuccessful. No agencies please.

The Skills and Education Group is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.