School Finance Manager - Top Performing Independent...
Location: Reading
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on experience)
About the School
Our client is a well-regarded independent school in Reading, known for its supportive and professional environment. The school values strong leadership, financial accountability, and strategic planning, providing a stimulating and collaborative setting for staff.
With modern facilities and a dedicated leadership team, this school offers an ideal environment for a finance professional to contribute to its continued success.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join the school full-time on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will:
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and reporting across the school
- Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable and payroll
- Prepare management accounts, forecasts, and financial statements
- Support the senior leadership team with strategic financial advice
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Contribute to the smooth running and strategic development of the school
Experience and Qualifications
- Proven experience in a finance management role, ideally within an education or independent school setting
- Strong accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting skills
- Proficiency with finance software and MS Excel
- Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills
- Ability to work proactively and independently
- Legal right to work in the UK
Application
If you are a skilled and motivated finance professional looking to play a key role in an independent school environment, please send your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this full-time, permanent Finance Manager position in Reading.
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