We are seeking a Finance Manager to work closely with the Head of Finance in delivering high-quality financial and management accounting across the College. You will contribute to a customer-focused approach within the Finance Department and play a key role in supporting effective financial planning and control.

Your responsibilities will include assisting in the preparation and monitoring of the College budget, producing monthly management accounts, and supporting the development of costing models for budget holders.

You will also be responsible for balance sheet reconciliations, treasury management, cash flow forecasting, and overseeing key financial processes such as bank reconciliations and accruals.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and have experience of working within a financial environment. You will possess excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills, alongside the ability to interpret financial data and meet deadlines effectively.

The salary for this post is up to £54,402

Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter on the Burnley College below.

At Burnley College, we celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.

The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

To apply for this post, please complete the application form using the link below. If you experience any problems when completing the application form, please e-mail [email protected]

https://careers.burnley.ac.uk/applynow/

The location for this role is on site delivery.

The closing date for this post is 5.00pm, Monday 11 May 2026.

The location for this role is on site delivery.

Please be aware that the College does not hold a Sponsorship Licence, and as such is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas.

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