Finance Controller & School Governance Leader

Gateways School; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and pension scheme

Flexible working aligned to the school calendar

Beautiful campus with modern facilities

Free lunches and refreshments during term time

Discounted school fees

Free onsite parking

Salary sacrifice electric car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Gateways School in West Yorkshire is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its finance function. The role involves overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, alongside managing the finance team and ensuring regulatory compliance. The position offers significant autonomy and a chance to make a tangible difference within a not-for-profit education setting. Gateways School provides a supportive environment with a competitive salary, flexible working, and additional benefits including free lunches and discounted school fees.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing finance teams.
• Technical expertise in regulatory compliance and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school's finance function and ensure its long-term sustainability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and day-to-day financial operations.
• Act as Company Secretary and support governance requirements.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Financial reporting

Education

Qualified accountant or equivalent

Job description

Gateways School in West Yorkshire is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its finance function. The role involves overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, alongside managing the finance team and ensuring regulatory compliance. The position offers significant autonomy and a chance to make a tangible difference within a not-for-profit education setting. Gateways School provides a supportive environment with a competitive salary, flexible working, and additional benefits including free lunches and discounted school fees.