Job Title: Funding and Audit Manager Location: Burton upon Trent Hours: 37 hours per week, full time, permanent Salary: 43,694 - 46,363 per annumJob OverviewThe Funding and Audit Manager is responsible for leading funding operations and ensuring full compliance across a range of funding streams, including further education, higher education and apprenticeships. This role plays a critical part in maintaining data integrity, supporting audit readiness and safeguarding financial accuracy. The postholder will act as the subject matter expert on funding, providing guidance to senior stakeholders, overseeing funding submissions and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. The role also supports wider management information functions and deputises for the Head of Business Intelligence when required.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the preparation and submission of funding returns, including ILR submissions, ensuring accuracy, compliance and adherence to deadlines.Act as the organisation''s specialist on funding streams, providing expert advice on funding regulations, risks and opportunities.Manage audit processes, including preparation for audits, coordination of audit activities and ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.Maintain high standards of data accuracy across management information systems, including validation and reconciliation of learner data.Monitor and interpret funding rules and regulatory changes, ensuring policies and processes remain up to date. ..... full job details .....