We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and proficient Head of Finance to join our Finance and Operations team and play a pivotal role in the continued success of the RGS Newcastle. As Head of Finance, you will manage a team of three and will report to the Director of Finance and Operations, supporting with the delivery of the school’s financial and operational objectives.
In this role, you will have day-to-day responsibility for the smooth running of the finance systems and functions, ensuring adequate processes and controls are in place, including billing, purchase ledger, trading activities, VAT and compliance with statutory obligations such as tax, Charity Commission and wider legal obligations, and you will deputise in the absence of the Director of Finance and Operations on all financial matters.
As a qualified accountant, you will have well-developed skills in managing all aspects of financial operations and a nurturing and motivational leadership style. You will demonstrate excellent technical accounting knowledge and be experienced in preparing for and leading through the audit process. As well as this, you will have experience of monthly management accounting duties and the management of assets and estates, as well as budgeting and forecasting and closely monitoring cashflow. Your skills will include liaison with senior stakeholders and the ability to prepare reports for the board. You will be keen to be an active participant and contributor to the Finance and Operations team, building enduring relationships across the school and working collaboratively – an advocate for face-to-face meetings and information sharing for best results. Your key relationships will be with the Head of Facilities and Estates and the Head of HR, as well as the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and School Trustees.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, all year round, 8.30am – 4.30pm.
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum. Excellent benefits are offered – please see the Job Information for more details.
The recruitment for the Head of Finance post is being led by Hays UK. To register your interest in this role or to arrange a chat about this opportunity, please email your current CV to Rachael Richards at rachael.richards@hays.com .
Candidates who meet our criteria will be invited to submit our RGS application form and a covering letter detailing suitability for the role.
Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 10th February 2025.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-interview referencing, internet searches and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with a children's barred list check.