Finance Controller

Job Type:

Permanent

Job Sector:

Accounting

Region:

South West

Location:

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Salary:

£45,000 to £50,000 per annum

Salary Description:

Up to £50,000 per year

Posted:

06/11/2024

Recruiter:

Dean Close School

Job Ref:

1057272

Dean Close Foundation are looking to appoint a new Finance Controller who will be joining the Foundation during an exciting period of growth. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of the Foundation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial planning. This role will be directly leading three Finance teams in Billing, Purchasing, and Payroll, and you will contribute to the budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the Foundation.

You will also work closely with our Management Account and CFOO in preparing reports throughout the fiscal year. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate who has proven experience in a financial management role, ideally in the education sector, and has led and driven digital transformation within a finance department. Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview. For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or recruitment@deanclose.org.uk with your query.

Internal applicants: Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.