Finance Manager

Loyal Blue Recruitment Ltd; Windsor; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency focused on educational roles is seeking an experienced Finance Manager for an independent school in Windsor. This role involves overseeing all financial management aspects and requires a minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience along with ACCA or CIMA qualifications. The successful candidate will work in a supportive environment and enjoy competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary £55,000 – £70,000 depending on experience

Term-time plus 8 weeks contract

Pension and life assurance

Fee discount for staff children

Health and wellbeing benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3–5 years’ experience in a finance role.
• Experience of preparing management accounts and budgets.
• Confidence in managing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and monitoring budgets, income, and expenditure.
• Producing accurate financial reports for management and auditors.
• Overseeing payroll, invoicing, VAT returns, and banking.
• Managing financial risk and maintaining robust controls.
• Supervising and supporting two Assistant Finance Managers.
• Advising senior leadership on financial policy and long-term planning.

Skills

Accurate financial management

Knowledge of Excel

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification

Tools

Digital finance systems

Job description

Finance Manager – Independent School

Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract: Permanent, full-time (term-time plus 8 weeks)

Hours: 40 hours per week, 8am – 5pm

Start date: As soon as possible

Loyal Blue Recruitment are working exclusively with a well-established independent preparatory school in Windsor to appoint an experienced Finance Manager.

This role offers a rare opportunity to work in a close, supportive environment while leading the school’s financial management and contributing to its continued success.

About the role

The Finance Manager will take responsibility for all aspects of financial management across the school. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head and Council of Management, providing accurate financial information, maintaining effective systems, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and monitoring budgets, income, and expenditure
• Producing accurate financial reports for management and auditors
• Overseeing payroll, invoicing, VAT returns, and banking
• Managing financial risk and maintaining robust controls
• Supervising and supporting two Assistant Finance Managers
• Advising senior leadership on financial policy and long-term planning

Person specification

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Finance Manager who is accurate, reliable, and confident managing a small team.

Essential requirements

• ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification
• At least 3–5 years’ experience in a finance role
• Strong knowledge of Excel and digital finance systems
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Experience of preparing management accounts and budgets

Desirable

• Experience working within an independent school or similar environment
• Experience with charity or not-for-profit accounting

What the school offers

• Salary £55,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
• Term-time plus 8 weeks contract (offering strong work-life balance)
• Pension and life assurance
• Fee discount for staff children
• Access to health and wellbeing benefits
• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunities for professional development

  How to apply

  Loyal Blue Recruitment are managing this position exclusively on behalf of the school. Please apply with your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

  Safeguarding Statement

  Loyal Blue Recruitment and our client school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, reference checks, and verification of qualifications and employment history.