Finance Manager – Independent Secondary School – Harrogate

Finance Manager Independent Secondary School Harrogate

Start Date: As soon as possible**
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale**

School Information

This highly respected independent secondary school in Harrogate is renowned for its excellent academic outcomes exceptional pastoral support and strong community ethos. The school educates pupils aged 1118 and prides itself on offering a supportive enriching and forward-thinking environment.
The school operates with a clear commitment to financial transparency sustainability and long-term planning. With continued growth in student numbers and development of new facilities the school is seeking a skilled Finance Manager to play a key strategic and operational role. The Finance Department is well-structured and supportive offering scope for innovation and professional development.

Role Information

The Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the school including budgeting financial planning payroll coordination month-end processes and financial reporting. You will also work closely with the School Business Manager and senior leadership team to provide financial insights support strategic decisions and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Key responsibilities include managing invoices and payments preparing financial statements overseeing the finance team liaising with auditors monitoring expenditure and ensuring robust internal controls. You will also support with fee administration financial forecasting and procurement processes.
The ideal candidate will bring strong financial expertise excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues.

Requirements

Experience in financial management ideally within education or the charity sector
Strong knowledge of accounting systems and financial compliance
Excellent organisational and analytical skills
Ability to produce accurate reports and work to deadlines
Professional finance qualification (AAT ACCA CIMA) desirable
Strong communication and leadership abilities
A proactive and solutions-focused approach

Application

To apply please send your CV as soon as possible