Independent Schools Association (ISA)
Finance Manager
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We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join our College and play a key role in delivering an efficient, high-quality finance service.
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Full time 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join our College and play a key role in delivering an efficient, high-quality finance service. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working collaboratively, leading a team, and making a meaningful contribution within a dynamic educational environment.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will lead the College's day-to-day finance function, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, the timely production of management accounts and statutory returns, and the delivery of exceptional financial support across the College. You will have direct line management responsibility for two Finance Assistants and a Credit Controller, providing leadership, support, and development to ensure a responsive and effective finance team.
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the College's day-to-day finance function.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Produce timely management accounts and statutory returns.
- Provide exceptional financial support across the College.
- Manage a team of Finance Assistants and a Credit Controller.
- Provide leadership, support, and development to team members.
Requirements:
- Highly organised, analytical, and confident managing multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and IT skills.
- Sound financial judgement.
- Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
If you are an experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills and are looking to make a real impact within a supportive educational environment, we would love to hear from you.
Application Process:
Further details and an application form can be found at https://www.stjos.co.uk/community/vacancies/ or by contacting the HR Officer by email (careers@stjos.co.uk) or telephone (01473) 690281.
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Application Deadline:
The closing date for applications is 9am, Monday 10 August 2026. Interviews will take place on Monday 17 August 2026. The College reserves the right to interview prior to the closing deadline, so early applications are encouraged.
Child Protection:
St Joseph’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please be advised that applications cannot be accepted unless they are on the College’s Application Form. References will be taken up and will be carefully checked. DBS charge payable by applicant.
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