School Accountant

Summary:

Join a school as a School Accountant and support financial operations with expertise and efficiency.

About the School:

A school with a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and a strong sense of community, committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

The Opportunity:

A School Accountant is needed to provide essential financial support to the Bursar and Director of Operations. This role involves managing financial reporting, procedures, controls, and compliance, with a focus on management accounting, payroll, and pension administration. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining the school’s financial integrity and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the school’s financial reporting, procedures, and compliance.
• Support the Bursar and Director of Operations with accurate and timely financial information.
• Maintain and develop management accounting processes and systems.
• Administer payroll and pension schemes in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure financial controls are robust and up to date.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support financial planning and budgeting.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in management accounting, payroll, and pension administration.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems and IT tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
• Experience in an education or charity finance environment.

Preferred

• Experience in a school or similar educational institution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of financial compliance and regulatory requirements.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.