Butler Rose is exclusively recruiting a Finance Manager for an ambitious and forward-thinking education provider. We are seeking a skilled and strategic individual to join its Senior Leadership Team. This is a key role responsible for overseeing financial management, ensuring robust budgetary control, delivering value for money, and supporting long-term financial sustainability in line with educational priorities.

Key duties will include

• Leading on financial planning, including annual budgets and 3-5 year forecasts.
• Preparing accurate monthly management accounts with clear analysis and commentary.
• Monitoring income and expenditure, providing strategic advice to senior leaders
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, organisational procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee payroll, purchasing, reconciliations, fixed assets and debt management.
• Identify opportunities for income generation and cost efficiencies.
• Line manage and develop a small finance team.

About You

We are looking for a proactive and analytical finance professional who:

• Has strong experience in management accounting and budget control.
• Can present financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking and sound commercial judgement.
• Holds a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or significant relevant experience.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting high-quality education through strong financial leadership. On offer is a competitive salary an excellent benefits package.

If you are interested in this Finance Manager role in Plymouth, please contact Gareth Dagger at Butler Rose Accountancy & Finance Recruitment ASAP.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.