Finance Manager

About Equal Education Partners
At Equal Education Partners, our purpose is to create opportunity and unlock potential through delivering transformative education.
Our vision is to be the UK’s most well-respected multi-service education management company, supporting educators and learners to thrive every single day.
Our mission is to attract, develop, and retain the best teaching talent and deliver unrivalled opportunities for learners.

We pride ourselves on being an ethical employer, supporting our staff, and investing in their professional learning and development.

About the Finance Manager Role
We are looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented, and collaborative Finance Manager to join our dynamic team. This is a key role within Equal Education Partners, responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the organisation and ensuring robust financial management and reporting.

The role offers a great opportunity to contribute to an organisation dedicated to education while enjoying a manageable and fulfilling workload. We welcome applicants interested in flexible or part-time arrangements.

Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Financial Reporting: Preparing monthly management accounts, divisional reporting, and quarterly VAT returns.
• Payroll Management: Managing payroll (weekly and monthly)l for internal staff and external supply staff, tutors, and mentors.
• Bookkeeping: Overseeing accounts on Xero, reconciling financial records, and managing creditors and debtors.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Developing annual and quarterly budgets and forecasts for all divisions.
• Team Collaboration: Supporting and coaching team members to improve financial processes and reporting.
• Compliance: Ensuring timely submissions of payroll, VAT, and other statutory obligations.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven experience in financial management, payroll, and bookkeeping.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems (e.g., Xero) and Excel.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Commitment to Equal’s mission and values.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£40,000 - £44,000 per annum)
• Flexible working options, including remote work
• Part-time working considered
• 25 days of holiday per annum (plus bank holidays)
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Employer pension scheme
• Paid team social activities