School Finance Manager

Salary:

£36,500 per annum

Contract:

Permanent, full-time

Hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday – all year round

Location:

Elmhurst Ballet School, Birmingham

Working from home 1 day per week and 4 days in the office during school term-time, with the option to work from home more during school holidays

Elmhurst Ballet School is a highly successful vocational ballet school associated with Birmingham Royal Ballet and is based one mile from the city centre in Edgbaston in a modern purpose-built facility with ample free parking and onsite Bistro cafeteria. Elmhurst caters for up to 200 students aged 11-19, many of whom are boarders. Our philosophy is that talent is classless and we work hard to secure funding so that our world class education and training is accessible to talented young people from all backgrounds.

We are looking for a School Finance Manager to join our small finance team on a full time, permanent basis, reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations and working closely with the Purchase Ledger and Payroll Officer. The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the day to day management of all school finance, including management accounts, VAT compliance, cash flow, fee invoicing and collection, audit preparation, and financial controls. The role also drives continuous improvement through the development of financial processes, systems, and reporting to support the School's strategic and operational objectives. The successful candidate will hold, or be working towards, a professional accountancy qualification.

The successful candidate will work towards fulfilling the school’s commitment to a high quality provision for students and will promote and embody the school’s ethos: the Elmhurst Way.

Why Elmhurst?

Elmhurst is a world-leading centre of dance training with a rich heritage, celebrated alumni, and a vibrant, supportive community. Our staff work in beautiful facilities, alongside passionate colleagues, within an environment driven by excellence, creativity and care.

You will be part of a team committed to our ethos:
Live. Dance. Learn.

What We Offer:

• Staff wellbeing at the heart of what we do – a strong focus on care, support, and work-life balance

• 24/7 virtual GP access – quick, convenient health consultations from wherever you are

• Employee Assistance Programme – 24-hour counselling helpline and access to health and medical advice

• Free on-site parking – convenient and secure

• Complimentary lunch – fresh meals in our on-site bistro during working hours (term time)

• Professional development – ongoing support to grow your skills and career

• Coaching and mentoring opportunities – personalised guidance to help you thrive

• Use of on-site gym – available outside of timetabled student sessions

• Free tickets to performances – enjoy dance and theatre productions while chaperoning

• A vibrant student body – enthusiastic, motivated pupils who are eager to learn

• A dedicated, high-performing staff team – collaborative, supportive, and ambitious

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting young people, thrive in a busy and rewarding healthcare environment, and want to be part of our vocational school, we would love to hear from you.

Further information and an applicant pack can be downloaded from the Elmhurst Ballet School website. Interested applicants are encouraged to arrange a visit to the school by emailing [email protected]

Please note that all applications must be submitted using the application form on the website. Work With Us | Elmhurst Ballet School We do not accept CVs.

Completed applications should be emailed to [email protected] or posted to:
Liz Innis, Elmhurst Ballet School, 249 Bristol Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B5 7UH.

Closing Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026

Interview Date: Friday 3rd July 2026

Please note that interview arrangements will be communicated via email; applicants are advised to check their inbox (including Spam/Junk folders).

Elmhurst Ballet School is committed to equal opportunities and to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check.

At Elmhurst Ballet School, we recruit for attitude and expect all applicants to uphold our ethos of humility and compassion in all that they do.