Finance Officer

Finance Officer

Full time, 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Competitive salary based on experience and level of responsibility

Apply by 9am on Monday 20th April 2026

Holy Cross Preparatory School is an exceptional independent institution for girls aged 3 to 11 years. Conveniently located just off Kingston Hill, our Catholic school fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment. We boast a picturesque eight-acre campus featuring top-notch facilities, including a performing arts and sports hall, tennis and netball courts, a sports pavilion, and all-weather pitches.

Our dedicated team collaborates to achieve excellence at all levels. Our well-behaved and inquisitive girls not only attain academic success; many also thrive in sports, music, and the arts, developing into happy, well-rounded, confident, and curious young individuals. Our staff are hardworking, highly motivated, and deeply committed to the vibrant life of a bustling prep school.

The Finance Officer is crucial in maintaining the efficient financial operations of the school. Collaborating closely with the Bursar, this role is responsible for daily accounting tasks, precise financial reporting, fee billing and credit control, budget monitoring, VAT returns, and upholding strong internal controls. This dynamic position requires excellent financial insight, meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality service to parents, staff, and suppliers.

The ideal candidate will possess strong financial expertise and exceptional organizational skills, with a solid understanding of accounting principles and experience in purchase and sales ledgers, reconciliations, management accounts, and budget monitoring. They should demonstrate high accuracy, advanced proficiency in Excel, and confidence in using computerized finance systems, ideally with experience in school finance (FMS desirable), fee billing, VAT returns, and ParentPay. The individual will be discreet, trustworthy, and composed under pressure, with strong communication abilities and a collaborative spirit when working with colleagues, parents, and suppliers.

We appreciate our employees and provide competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, membership in a pension scheme, life insurance, and additional wellbeing benefits such as 24/7 GP access. On-site parking is available, and we offer complimentary lunch and refreshments during term time.

If you resonate with our ethos, are passionate about education, and wish to become part of our friendly and supportive team, please send your application form to recruitment@holycrossprep.com. More information and the application form can be found on the school's website vacancies page. For further inquiries about this exciting opportunity, please contact Lindsey Banks, Deputy Bursar, at 0208 942 0996. We encourage early interest and applications and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Holy Cross Prep is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff to uphold this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening relevant to the role, including references from previous employers and a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We are committed to equal opportunities for all staff and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.