Business Manager

Would you like to work with a historical educational organisation that is dedicated to shaping the future leaders of tomorrow?

Would you like to join a prestigious independent school with a rich history dating back to 1571, and whose purpose is to prepare boys with diverse backgrounds and abilities for a life of learning and leadership.

This educational institution is guided by their core values of courage, honour, humility, and fellowship,

Your Benefits will include:

• free lunch
• automatic enrolment in the school's pension scheme
• salary sacrifice scheme
• use of the school's sports facilities such as the swimming pool, gym, and running track.
• subsidised membership of the tennis, golf, angling and social clubs.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and maintain accurate budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing insights to management for informed decision-making.
• Cost Control: Implement and monitor cost-control measures to optimize expenses and ensure financial sustainability.
• Financial Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Financial Systems: Maintain and improve financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with department heads to provide financial support, advice, and analysis for their operations.

The skills, experience, and attributes that you will bring to the role are:

• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a corporate finance or accounting role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle), financial modelling tools (e.g., Excel), and data analysis techniques.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate financial data and identify trends.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across different departments to achieve shared goals.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.

The school is undergoing a period of exciting transition, and this integral role offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future. You will be responsible for clear and effective communication of financial information to the wider organisation. Applications will close on October 28th. Please submit your CV to

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.