Finance Manager – Independent School – Canterbury
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Job Summary
Finance Manager Independent School Canterbury
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
School Information
This highly regarded Independent 1118 school in Canterbury is known for its exceptional academic outcomes historic campus and strong operational leadership. The school delivers an outstanding all-round education with excellent facilities including science labs theatres sports grounds and modern boarding facilities. The finance department plays a crucial role in maintaining the schools financial stability planning and compliance.
The school has a positive working culture supportive leadership and strong administrative structures. Staff are valued encouraged to train professionally and work within high-performing teams.
Role Information
The school is seeking an experienced strategic and detail-focused Finance Manager to oversee financial operations across the school.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the finance team and overseeing daily financial processes
Managing budgeting cycles financial forecasting and long-term strategic planning
Producing management accounts reports and financial statements
Overseeing fee billing credit control and parent account management
Ensuring compliance with independent school financial standards and charity regulations
Liaising with auditors governors and senior leaders
Managing payroll oversight procurement and financial controls
Monitoring expenditure and advising heads of departments on budgets
Identifying opportunities for cost-efficiency and improved financial systems
Maintaining robust financial procedures and safeguarding school assets
This role requires exceptional organisation financial accuracy and strong leadership.
Requirements
Finance qualification (AAT ACCA CIMA or equivalent desirable)
Significant experience in school or charity finance
Strong understanding of budgeting audits and financial compliance
Experience leading finance teams
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Strong IT skills including financial software
High level of integrity discretion and professionalism
Application
To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.
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