Finance Manager – West Herts College

West Herts College Group is a leading further education provider in Hertfordshire, offering inclusive, high-quality learning and skills training. With strong employer partnerships and a focus on community impact, the Group supports learners of all ages in achieving qualifications, employment and personal development across vocational, academic and apprenticeship programmes.

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead core financial operations and deliver high-quality financial services across the Group. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will oversee management accounts, forecasting, annual budgets, statutory returns and internal controls. You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills and proven experience managing a high-performing finance team.

You will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, ensuring financial compliance and partnering with stakeholders to drive improvement and innovation. If you are hands-on, commercially aware and passionate about making a positive impact in education, we’d love to hear from you.

We have appointed FE Associates to help us find the right person. Interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with our lead consultant, Jo.Johnston@fea.co.uk to discuss the role before applying.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 15 September 2025

Interview date: Tuesday 30 September 2025

For more information visit: www.fea.co.uk/job/whc-fm/