Financial Analyst

Manchester’s Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) is one of the world’s most progressive and dynamic conservatoires, educating musicians to the highest level in an environment that’s creatively stimulating and rich in opportunity. Placed in the Top 5 for music in the QS World University Subject Rankings and rated Gold in all areas of the most recent Teaching Excellence Framework, it is also a vibrant live music venue, offering unparalleled opportunities for students to perform to public audiences and to work alongside professional musicians and visiting artists.

We’re looking for a new Financial Analyst to join our small but dedicated Finance Team. The successful candidate will work alongside the Director of Finance to analyse the financial performance of the RNCM, offering insight into current activities and assessing the viability of new activity.

Using the newly implemented TechOne finance system, the postholder will develop enhanced reporting and analysis for both the Executive Team and Board of Governors and will work alongside the Deputy Director of Finance (Management Information) to provide accurate and meaningful financial reporting. They will also offer support to budget holders and other members of the Finance Team during peak workloads (such as year-end and audit) as required.

A Standard DBS check will be required for this role.

This role is suitable for blended working.

For full details and how to apply please visit our website at www.rncm.ac.uk/about/job-vacancies.

You can apply for this role via the Application Form. You will be required to submit a copy of your CV (maximum 4 pages) and a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification.

All of the fields are required unless stated.

Once you have submitted your application you will receive an automated email from ‘RNCM Website’ confirming your Application Form submission for this role.

Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be submitted to the panel.

If you have any queries please contact our Human Resources department via email at Recruitment@rncm.ac.uk

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Some applicants may require sponsorship from the College and a visa from UKVI to take up the role if successful. More information on this can be found here: www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa

Closing date: 12 Noon, Monday 2^nd March 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19^th March 2026

The RNCM is committed to safeguarding and we prioritise creating a safe and secure environment for everyone. We seek individuals who share in our commitment to safeguarding and are willing to uphold these principles in all aspects of their work.

RNCM recognises that music is in every culture.

We are committed to building a diverse community of staff and students.

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