Finance Manager

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join the team at Royal Grammar School, Guildford.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will manage and oversee the financial accounting activities, systems and processes including responsibility for external financial reporting and regulatory returns.

With two direct reports, your responsibilities will include:

• Statutory accounts and external audit
• Support production of management accounts, budget and forecast
• Overseeing the payroll & benefits function
• Administration of the Bursary programme

We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, supportive and collaborative relationships across the organisation. Experience of the education sector is not essential, but you will have a positive, flexible and energetic approach to your work.

In return we offer:

• £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical cover
• Complimentary lunch during term time
• Company pension scheme with an individual contribution of 5% and a School contribution of 10%.
• Interest-free loans are available for rail season ticket holders
• Charitable payroll giving scheme
• Free use of school gym

Register your interest now for a full job description and details of how to apply.

Please note: applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to close applications early.