Finance Manager

Independent Specialist School has a vacancy for a Finance Manager 

Hours: Term time only + 2 weeks. Monday – Thursday 08:20 – 16:30 & Friday 08:20 – 15:40

Salary: Band 9 FTE £40,296 – £43,735 (actual salary £37,041 - £40,202 pro rata)

This is a permanent role.

Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for your next role?

Are you looking to work for an organisation where you can really make a difference?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager at Undershaw Specialist School in Hindhead. We are looking for someone to manage the finance functions of the school under the direction of the School Business Manager. You will ideally be AAT qualified or studying towards an accountancy qualification and have experience of working in a busy finance department. Previous school experience would be an advantage. Excellent written and communication skills are essential for this role, as well as good attention to detail and accuracy 

Skills required: 

• Degree or relevant qualification in accountancy 

• Previous experience of working in a busy finance department

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

• Ability to think creatively and problem solve.

• A great team player with a flexible “can-do” attitude

• Understanding or an interest in Special Needs Education and Disabilities

Undershaw can offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of a committed team in a “Good school”

• Additional support and training to be the best you can be

• A beautiful school environment based in the Surrey Hills

• Smart Clinic Wellbeing services – including funded physiotherapy, employee assistance programmes and access to virtual GP appointments.

Closing date is Wednesday 27th November with interviews happening shortly after. We reserve the right to close the position early due to quality of candidates. 

Undershaw is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer Recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks, including overseas checks, will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed