Assistant Finance Manager

St John Rigby College offers a wide range of academic and vocational courses at all levels in a highly supportive and caring environment to approximately 1400 full-time students aged 16-18. We welcome applications from people who are keen to work with us to deliver educational excellence at all levels.

The College was inspected in January 2024 and was judged to be "outstanding" in every category. Inspectors quote: "Students are highly motivated to achieve. They embody the culture of kindness, mutual respect and high expectations that permeates the College.

Assistant Finance Manager
Orrell, Wigan WN5 0LJ

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Permanent, Full Year
Working Time: Full time, 36.25 hours per week
Work Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:15am- 16:15pm
Grade: Spine point range 18-24 of the Sixth Form Colleges
Salary: £32,259 - £38,353 pro-rata, per annum

We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Finance Manager to oversee the College’s financial operations, working under the guidance of the Finance Manager and alongside a dedicated Finance Officer. The successful candidate will undertake a variety of duties which involve the management of daily accounting tasks, production of management accounts, participation in budgeting processes, and ensuring the College’s compliance with statutory financial requirements. You will also supervise and assist the Finance Officer in processing transactions periodically.

This role is Ideal for a finance professional with a background preferably within an educational setting, who is keen to take on a role that combines both operational and strategic elements. At St John Rigby College we offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where your expertise will directly impact the educational experience and future of our students. As an Assistant Finance Manager, you will contribute significantly to our financial stability and strategic planning.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form. Once completed, send the form to Nellie Fakudze, HR Manager (details for whom can be found on the college website).

Closing date for applications: Friday 26 April 2024

Interview date: W/C Monday 06 May 2024

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Assistant Finance Manager, Finance Assistant Manager, Finance, Assistant Head of Finance, Bankroll, Accounts, Payroll, Accounts Assistant, Accounting, Accountancy, Management Accounts, School Finance, College Finance, Education Finance, Budgeting, Financial Compliance.