Finance Manager – Well-Resourced Secondary School – Nottingham

Finance Manager Well-Resourced Secondary School Nottingham

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale (support staff scale depending on experience)

School Information

This role is based in a large and well-established 1118 Outstanding secondary school located in Nottingham. The school has built a strong reputation for academic excellence effective leadership and high standards across all areas of school life.

Students are motivated learners who benefit from a structured and supportive environment. The school encourages ambition and resilience while ensuring that students feel supported in their educational journey.

Leaders place strong emphasis on efficient school operations and effective resource management. Financial planning plays a key role in ensuring that the school continues to provide high-quality facilities learning resources and support services.

Support staff are recognised as essential contributors to the success of the school and are valued members of the professional community.

Role Overview

The school is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure that the schools resources are managed effectively.

The successful candidate will lead financial planning budgeting and reporting processes while working closely with senior leaders to ensure that financial decisions support the schools long-term goals.

This role requires someone with strong financial expertise excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage complex financial systems.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the schools financial systems and accounting processes
Prepare and monitor annual budgets
Produce financial reports for senior leaders and governors
Monitor expenditure and ensure financial efficiency
Manage procurement processes and supplier relationships
Oversee payroll coordination and financial transactions
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies
Support strategic financial planning
Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
Coordinate financial audits and reporting requirements
Work closely with senior leaders to support resource allocation
Monitor funding streams and financial forecasting

Candidate Profile

The school is seeking a candidate with strong financial management experience and a professional approach to organisational operations.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Experience managing financial systems or budgets
Strong knowledge of accounting principles
Excellent analytical and organisational skills
Ability to produce clear financial reports
Strong attention to detail
Experience managing procurement and financial compliance
Ability to work collaboratively with leadership teams
Confidence managing complex financial information
Strong problem-solving abilities

Experience working within a school or educational environment is advantageous but not essential.

Why Join This School

The school offers a professional and supportive environment where staff contributions are valued.

Benefits include:

Strong leadership and clear organisational systems
Opportunities for professional development
Well-established administrative and financial structures
Collaborative staff culture
Modern facilities and resources
Opportunity to contribute to strategic school planning

The Finance Manager will play a key role in ensuring that financial resources are used effectively to support student success.

Application

If you are an experienced finance professional seeking a meaningful role within a successful school community we would welcome your application.

To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.