Finance Manager
Hoe Bridge School
Surrey
- New
- Salary:
- The salary range is £50,000 to £55,000 and will reflect qualifications and experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 20 March 2026
Job overview
Required for April 2026
Hoe Bridge School is seeking a Finance Manager. The role is wide-ranging with responsibility for staff management, financial and management accounting and reporting, cashflow management, compliance and budgeting. The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective financial management of the school, ensuring strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The role supports senior leadership by providing financial insight, budgeting, and strategic advice to ensure the school’s financial sustainability.
Applicants must possess the ability to prioritise workloads effectively, maintain confidentiality, to remain calm under pressure and use tact and discretion when dealing with people. The willingness to learn, to work as part of a team and to support the wider life of the school is essential. You will be trustworthy, discreet, organised and deadline-focused, taking a proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a collaborative leadership style. This is a full-time post and candidates will have proven experience in a finance management role, alongside a strong track record in team development. Applicants will possess excellent budgeting and reporting skills, a high level of attention to detail, and strong analytical and communication abilities, with proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel. Desirable qualities include experience within the education or not-for-profit sector, a professional accounting qualification or being qualified by experience, and a working knowledge of VAT partial exemption. The salary range is £50,000 to £55,000 and will reflect qualifications and experience.
Full details are available on the Hoe Bridge School website: https://www.hoebridgeschool.co.uk/about/staff-vacancies
Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 20 March 2026 with interviews will be held the following week.
Hoe Bridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any person offered a position will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure.
About Hoe Bridge School
Hoe Bridge is a thriving co-educational independent school for girls and boys aged 6 months to 16. Within a stunning, safe setting that combine historic buildings and new leading-edge facilities, our school is nestled in 35 acres of beautiful countryside just outside Woking, Surrey and is only 25 minutes from central London.
Our primary aim is to provide pupils with the very best preparation for life beyond school, through an excellent all-round education underpinned by a strong ethos of respect, enthusiasm and a determination to be the best they can be in all that they do. Inspirational teaching, care and leadership are at the heart of our school, creating a vibrant and dynamic community that supports every child’s learning and development.
We pride ourselves on our close-knit community, united by a shared commitment to the core values of Happiness, Confidence, and Achievement. Parents develop strong relationships with a school that prioritises the personal growth of each child, fostering a deep, enduring love of learning in an inspiring and dynamic environment. Visitors often remark on the vibrant energy and the joyful atmosphere that fill our school.
We firmly believe that educators play a key role in providing a broad framework where children can thrive and develop their creativity in an ever evolving and unpredictable world. Our dedication to empowering everyone in our community is unwavering. We aim to inspire, challenge, and motivate both children and adults in all aspects of our work. From Nursery to Year 8, and Year 9 to Year 11, our school continually adapts to help every child learn in a way that leverages their unique strengths. Empathy and caring for others is fundamental to our ethos. Every child is valued for who they are.
By offering a secure environment where children can explore their potential, confidence, and self-esteem, we nurture each individual to reach the highest standards. Learning flourishes in a collaborative community where ambitious minds are inspired and encouraged by dynamic, high-quality teachers. We prepare ‘thinking children’ who excel in the challenges of the 11+ curriculum, thrive in Common Entrance exams, and achieve success at GCSE.
Our vision is to remain at the forefront of educational innovation, ensuring we provide the best possible experiences for our children to flourish. We are driven by a passion to support each individual in a unique way, helping them not only grow, but also build a strong belief in their potential to become the best version of themselves. In our nurturing environment, with dedicated adults who provide exceptional care, children are encouraged to thrive in a school where they can be their happiest, most confident, and achieve remarkable things.
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