Bursar - Finance & Compliance

Holme Grange School; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent school is seeking a Bursar to lead finance and compliance efforts. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with the Headteacher and Governors to ensure adherence to regulations while managing financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in financial management, particularly within educational settings, and will thrive in a collaborative environment. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a vibrant school community dedicated to nurturing students' intellectual curiosity and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of financial management experience, ideally in a school.
• High level of attention to detail and discretion required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage finance and compliance within the school.
• Prepare financial reports and brief Governors on compliance issues.

Skills

Financial Management

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Relevant Professional Qualification

Tools

Financial Reporting Software

Job description

Holme Grange is a successful, traditional Independent School with a real soul. We aim to stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage pupils to embrace challenge. We have high expectations, setting high standards for ourselves and our pupils. Pastoral care is the responsibility of every member of staff and is one of the many strengths of this thriving School and we have waiting lists in most year groups.

The Bursar (Finance and Compliance) is responsible for the leadership and management of finance and compliance within the school. They play a critical role in ensuring Holme Grange School meets and observes the wide variety of guidelines and regulations set by government agencies and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).

The Bursar (Finance and Compliance) will work at a strategic level with the Headteacher and Governors to evolve and deliver the school’s strategy. The postholder will be responsible for the production of reports and briefing of Governors on financial and compliance issues, including the preparation of financial papers for meetings of Governors. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of financial management experience, ideally within a school or similar environment. This role will require a high level of attention to detail and discretion, the ability to be a team player is essential.

The postholder will join a team dedicated to the effective running of the School and will work collaboratively with colleagues across academic and support functions. They will demonstrate the wider context of support operations in our authentic, ambitious, courageous and inclusive learning community.

Holme Grange is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level. A Prohibition Check is also carried out. Holme Grange School is an equal opportunities employer.

Full details and application form available at www.holmegrange.org or by telephoning 0118 978 1566. Applications will only be accepted by completion of an application form which should be submitted with a hand-written letter of application to the Headteacher – Mrs C Robinson.