Finance Manager

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.

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.