Job Description
Financial Controller, North Leeds Education Sector
Financial ControllerSalary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum Location: Harewood, North LeedsBased in the leafy North Leeds suburb of Harewood, this outstanding independent school provides a high-quality education for boys and girls aged 2 to 18.Hays is delighted to be working in partnership with Gateways School to appoint an experienced Financial Controller to a key leadership role. This is a broad and influential opportunity for a high-calibre, technically accomplished finance professional who wants to combine financial excellence with purpose and make a tangible difference within a not-for-profit education environment.The OpportunityAs Financial Controller, you will lead the school’s finance function and play a central role in supporting its long-term financial sustainability. The role offers significant breadth, autonomy and visibility, working closely with senior leaders and governors.Key responsibilities include:
* Ownership of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, payroll and credit control
* Leadership of the finance team and oversight of day-to-day financial operations
* Managing the year-end process, external audit and regulatory compliance
* Partnering with senior stakeholders to support non-fee income generation and assess the financial viability of school activities
* Acting as Company Secretary, supporting governance and statutory requirements
* Continuous improvement of financial systems, contracts and internal controls
The role is primarily based on site, reflecting its leadership and stakeholder-facing nature, with flexibility during school holiday periods and occasional opportunities to work from home.Why Join Gateways School?Gateways offers a supportive, collegiate environment alongside a strong benefits package:
o Competitive salary and pension scheme
o Flexible working aligned to the school calendar.
o Friendly, collaborative school community
o Beautiful campus with modern facilities and countryside views
o Free lunches and refreshments during term time
o Discounted school fees
o Free on-site parking
o Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
o Cycle to work scheme
For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Catherine Hill, retained recruitment partner at Hays Senior Finance. All third-party applications will be forwarded to Hays Senior Finance.Closing date: Monday 27th April, 9:00am # 4784939