Finance Manager

Join a welcoming, ambitious school community where your financial expertise will help support outstanding education and make a lasting difference every day.

We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join our friendly and supportive team. You’ll play a key role in managing the day-to-day financial operations of the school, ensuring strong financial control while helping us continue to provide an exceptional education for our pupils.

Staines Preparatory School is seeking an experienced and motivated Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of our thriving independent school.

Working closely with the Bursar, you’ll be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust financial controls and supporting the strategic management of the school’s finances. The role covers all aspects of school finance, including accounts payable and receivable, budgeting, management accounts, VAT and statutory compliance, funding claims and audit preparation.

We’re looking for someone with a recognised accounting or finance qualification (or who is part-qualified), excellent Excel skills and strong organisational abilities. Experience within the independent education sector and knowledge of AccountsIQ would be advantageous but are not essential.

At Staines Preparatory School, you’ll join a welcoming, supportive team where staff wellbeing, professional development and collaboration are genuinely valued. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer generous benefits including a pension scheme, fee remission, Employee Assistance Programme, on-site parking, staff lunches and a vibrant staff community.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where your expertise will make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.