Netex Learning
Finance Manager
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Are you a qualified accountant who enjoys owning the numbers end to end — and turning them into insight the business can act on? We're looking for a Finance Manager to take the reins of day-to-day finance for Virtual College and Netex UK, bridging the gap between transactional accounting and the strategic reporting that helps a growing global business make smarter decisions.
About us
Netex is a global leader in digital learning solutions. Founded in Spain, we provide innovative learning experiences for businesses across the globe. With decades of experience delivering tailored, scalable solutions that empower organisations to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape, our award-winning platforms and content focus on driving engagement, enhancing skills, and unlocking human potential through cutting-edge technology and user-centred design.
Virtual College, in partnership with Netex, combines cutting-edge global learning technology with over 30 years of experience in compliance eLearning. Known for delivering high-quality training, we work with a wide range of public, not-for-profit, and private sector organisations, including the NHS, YMCA, and thousands of education providers. Our promise is simple: to provide high-quality, compliance-focused, cost-effective, simple learning solutions that put the learner first. With thousands of positive reviews, Virtual College is renowned for delivering reliable and impactful eLearning to businesses, wherever they are in the world.
The role
You'll take ownership of the day-to-day accounting needs of Virtual College and Netex UK, with the support of the Accounts Assistant, providing accurate and on-time reporting and helping to bridge the gap between transactional and strategic financial needs
What you'll be doing
Team Management & Oversight
- Supervise direct report. Oversee the Finance Assistant.
- Monitor transactional workflows. Ensure accurate ledger processing.
- Review ledger reconciliations. Approve purchase and sales ledgers.
- Support career growth. Provide training and development where appropriate for the Accounts Assistant.
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Financial Control & Reporting
- Lead month-end closure. Produce timely management accounts for Virtual College and Netex UK, including accrual and prepayment journal postings.
- Analyse financial variances. Explain deviations from budget.
- Manage balance sheets. Reconcile all control accounts, investigating and clearing reconciling items promptly, maintaining a clean and audit ready balance sheet.
- Oversee cashbook management. Review daily bank reconciliations.
- Vertical Cover. Provide cover and support across the finance function, including the Accounts Assistant role and, where required, the Finance Director, during absence or peak periods.
- Payroll. In conjunction with HR colleagues, provide information to the outsourced payroll function monthly
Compliance & Process Improvement
- Manage tax compliance. Prepare VAT and statutory returns.
- Support year-end audit. Prepare files for external auditors.
- Refine financial controls. Improve internal transactional processes.
- Maintain system integrity. Ensure accounting software optimization.
Data Protection Leadership (Training can be provided)
- Own ICO relationship. Manage registrations and external reporting.
- Maintain internal policies. Update company data privacy documents.
- Deliver staff training. Educate employees on UK GDPR where appropriate.
- Manage data requests. Handle Subject Access Requests (SARs).
- Investigate privacy breaches. Report incidents if they occur.
- Conduct DPIAs regularly. Run Data Protection Impact Assessments.
Because of Virtual College’s dynamic approach to business opportunities, you will from time to time be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within your capabilities.
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What you'll bring
Essential
- A professional accounting qualification — ACA, ACCA or CIMA (or qualified by experience).
- A proven management history, with experience leading at least one team member.
- Strong ledger knowledge, with a deep understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable and cashbooks.
- Demonstrable experience of management accounts production and statutory reporting.
Desirable
- UK GDPR expertise and a sound understanding of the Data Protection Act 2018.
Technical & soft skills
- Advanced Excel skills. Competent with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
- Systems. Use of accounting systems (Sage, Xero, Quickbooks etc).
- Discretion and integrity. Experience managing highly sensitive data.
- Strong and clear communication style. Ability to report to the Finance Director, both written and verbal. Ability to speak Spanish a bonus.
- High attention detail. Strict focus on transactional accuracy.
- Highly motivated. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, goal orientated and team player.
- Attitude and Behaviours. To support and adhere to Netex Group Values and Behaviours.
What we offer
- Salary of £40,000–£43,000.
- Hybrid working model, 2 days a week in the office.
- Health & wellbeing support, including healthcare, an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and paid sick leave.
- A friendly, collaborative culture built on honesty, integrity and treating every stakeholder with respect.
How to apply
Ready to make this role your own? Apply now with your CV — we'd love to hear from you.
Virtual College by Netex is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process.
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