Finance Manager

ALLEYNS SCHOOL DULWICH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greater London is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its dynamic support team. The successful candidate will oversee the school's financial reporting, planning, and compliance functions while collaborating closely with the Head of Finance. Applicants should be fully qualified accountants with strong financial management skills and excellent analytical abilities. Interviews are scheduled for 12 February 2026, and the school values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and statutory reporting is essential.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, analysis, and compliance functions.
• Ability to communicate effectively across various school levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient financial reporting and planning for the school.
• Oversee financial operations, cash management, and compliance functions.
• Collaborate with the Head of Finance for day-to-day financial activities.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Financial management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or CIMA)

Job description

Alleyn's School, based in Dulwich, South London, are seeking a skilled Finance Manager to join the enthusiastic and professional support team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for working with the Head of Finance to ensure the efficient and effective day to day running of the school’s financial reporting, financial planning and analysis and financial operations,cash management and compliance functions. This includes Alleyn’s Senior and Junior Schools, and Alleyn’s Oakfield.

The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant, recognised by a CCAB professional accountancy body or CIMA, with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in financial management and statutory reporting. They should have excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across the school.

Interviews will be conducted at the school on Thursday 12 February 2026.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Alleyn’s is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Alleyn’s welcomes applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position. However, we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups for which the school is currently underrepresented. We celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.