Average Finance Manager salary in Wiltshire

Finance ManagerAscend Learning TrustSalary: Grade O - £52,413 - £54,495 (DOE) FTEContract: Permanent and Full Time (37 hours Monday-Friday)Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 8th March 2026Interview Date: Monday 16th March 2026Start Date: As soon as possibleTo apply for this role, please do so via MyNewTerm. Click Apply Now to be redirected.Job OverviewWe are looking for a qualified and detail-focused Finance Manager who can lead key financial processes across the Trust, including budgeting, month-end procedures, reconciliations, and financial reporting. As a successful candidate, you will be highly organised, able to work independently to tight deadlines, and confident communicating financial information to senior leaders and budget holders. Strong technical accounting skills, sound judgement, and a collaborative approach are essential, with experience in education finance or Access Education systems an added advantage.Why choose us?At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team.Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future.If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision.Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable.Together we Belong, Believe, Become.We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas, and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. We have a wide range of benefits for employees which include:Health & WellbeingFree annual Flu VaccinesDiscounted Gym Memberships24-hour access to free counselling helpline for family, debt advice*Annual ‘Wellbeing Day’Generous holiday allowanceFlexible working solutionsFinancialHundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national storesExcellent Pension Schemes with an employer contribution rate of 24.3% for support staffCycle to Work and Tech SchemesHealth and Fitness Schemes (available at additional cost)Career ProgressionInstructional Coaching for TeachersDevelopmental performance management conversationsApprenticeship opportunities for ‘on the job training’Investment in your career, internal and external talent solutions.Recognition and Reward –including service awards* Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful 6 month probation.Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.SAFEGUARDING STATEMENTAscend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent” and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

Finance ManagerLocation: Winchester (Hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days from home)Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum + benefitsWe are working on behalf of a well-established organisation with a nationwide presence to recruit an experienced Finance Manager. This is a key leadership role within the finance function, managing a small team and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of finance activities across the business.The successful candidate will be a confident people manager with a proactive approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.The RoleReporting into senior leadership, you will have responsibility for the finance team, consisting of 5 direct reports (3 full-time, 2 part-time), and will oversee core financial operations while supporting business decision-making.Key Responsibilities* Lead, manage, and develop the finance team, ensuring all monthly and routine finance tasks are completed accurately and on time* Oversee monthly management accounts preparation, including reconciliations and variance analysis* Perform and review balance sheet and control account reconciliations* Monitor monthly actual costs, providing insight and commentary* Produce and maintain a suite of cost reports, trend analysis, and financial summaries* Ensure payroll is accurately checked, approved, and submitted within deadlines* Provide audit support, including preparation and maintenance of supporting documentation* Oversee stock take processes, monitoring discrepancies and accounting for adjustments* Support budgeting and forecasting processes* Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and statutory requirements* Act as a key point of contact for finance-related queries across the business* Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and reporting efficiencyAbout You* Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role* Strong people management and leadership skills* Proactive, organised, and able to manage day-to-day finance operations effectively* Solid understanding of reconciliations, reporting, and financial controls* Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across departmentsBenefits* Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum* Hybrid working: 2 days in the Winchester office and 3 days from home* 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays* Additional company benefits (details available at interview stage)If you are a hands-on Finance Manager looking to join a stable organisation with national reach and responsibility for a close-knit finance team, we would welcome your application.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Finance Manager Location: CornwallType: Full-time Are you ready to lead a high-performing finance team and make a real impact? We're looking for a dynamic Finance Manager to take ownership of our financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape systems, drive improvements, and deliver insights that influence strategic decisions. What you'll do: Lead and inspire a talented finance team, managing all transactional activities including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger.Optimise processes and systems, introducing best practices and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency.Deliver meaningful insights through accurate reporting, forecasting, and analysis to support business growth.Ensure compliance and governance, managing audits and maintaining robust internal controls.Champion team development, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. What we're looking for: Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with proven leadership experience.Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and financial regulations.Skilled in financial systems, BI tools (e.g., PowerBI), and MS Office.Excellent communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and help us shape the future of finance operations. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.