Located on the edge of the Lake District National Park, Furness College is a vibrant, innovative and fast-paced FE College, benefiting from strong partnerships with local employers and universities. We offer an extensive range of courses with a particular emphasis on technical learning, apprenticeships and Higher Education, in addition to the broadest A’ level offer in Cumbria. Financial Controller We are looking to recruit a highly skilled, knowledgeable and forward-thinking Financial Controller to join our Management team. The Financial Controller will be responsible for operational leadership of all aspects of the finance function, ensuring financial services are provided efficiently across all sites in line with College policies, procedures and financial regulations. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that the College’s financial control framework is robust, and that procedures are consistently adhered to. You will ensure the effective utilisation of resources, staff, and budget, providing a responsive and flexible service to managers and wider staff. The successful candidate will be a part or fully qualified CCAB Accountant, with significant financial and management account experience in a medium-sized (>£15m) turnover organisation, preferably gained within the public or third sectors. Salary: £38,397 - £41,898 per annum DOE Hours: Full-time hours, 35-hours per week Tenure: Permanent Closing Date: 8am 15th of May Interview Date: TBC Benefits Re-location package Occupational pension scheme Christmas closure period CPD opportunities Free parking Family friendly policies College gym and fitness classes Funded flu vaccinations Funded eye tests A great working environment For a full list of tasks and responsibilities, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. Furness College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and staff. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken, including an enhanced DBS check with barred lists and references. Please refer to the job description for safeguarding responsibilities specific to this post. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying this post is ‘exempt’ from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975 as amended by the ROA 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986.