Job description
A well-established independent school in Wimbledon, South West London is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its professional business team from October Half Term 2026.
This is an opportunity for a confident finance professional to take responsibility for the school's financial operations while working alongside senior leaders to support effective planning, budgeting and decision-making.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school's finances are managed accurately, efficiently and with a clear focus on value for money.
Your Responsibilities
The position will cover a broad range of financial activity, including:
Managing the school's day-to-day finance function
Preparing management accounts and financial reports
Managing budgets, forecasts and financial planning
Monitoring expenditure and investigating variances
Overseeing purchase orders, invoices and supplier payments
Completing bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Supporting payroll and pension processes
Managing supplier relationships and procurement
Preparing information for audits and financial reviews
Advising senior leaders on financial matters
Identifying opportunities to improve financial efficiency
About You
The ideal candidate will have solid experience within a finance management, accounting or management accounting position.
You may already be working within education, but candidates from commercial, charity or public-sector backgrounds with strong transferable experience are also welcome.
Strong Excel skills, excellent numerical ability and a high level of accuracy are essential. You'll also need to be comfortable handling confidential financial information and explaining financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
The Package
£45,000 – £58,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent position
October Half Term 2026 start
Independent school environment
Professional development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Staff wellbeing benefits
Excellent transport links
Apply
If you're an experienced finance professional looking for a position where you can take ownership of a school's financial operations and work closely with senior leadership, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Submit your CV today for consideration.