Accountant

Make a difference at Claires Court School! Join us as an Accountant and play a key role in shaping our financial strategies, ensuring our school's long-term success, and supporting our vibrant community.

Accountant
Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 6AW

• Full time, permanent
• Competitive dependent on experience

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Claires Court School offers an enriching education for boys and girls, spanning nursery through sixth form. As an all-through diamond structure school, we provide opportunities tailored to each student's needs. Our unique learning philosophy fosters resilience, confidence, and a passion for discovery, creating a community where everyone thrives. We are committed to a culture of responsibility, respect, loyalty, and integrity.

The Role

As an Accountant, you will work closely with the Head of Finance to provide essential financial insights, management, and legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on operational budgets and five-year plans.
• Oversee fee management, including invoices, collections, and debtor analysis.
• Provide VAT advice, manage computations, and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Produce financial reports and rolling forecasts for senior leadership teams.
• Ensure financial governance, audit readiness, and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Support the financial management of capital and maintenance projects.

Benefits

At Claires Court, you’ll enjoy a positive and supportive working environment, regular professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a passionate and detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. About you:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA) with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting.
• Proven experience with VAT, including explaining complex concepts to non-finance colleagues.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to support school outcomes.
• Passion for working within the education sector.

Join our team and contribute to a school that values innovation, collaboration, and the development of young minds.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Closing Date: 8am on Monday, 20th January 2025

Equal Opportunities

It is the policy of Claires Court Schools to ensure equality of opportunity for all members of staff, both teaching and non-teaching.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to an assessment of their ability to perform the duties of the post applied for, candidates invited to attend for interview should expect further discussion relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Pre-Employment Checks

In accordance with our Recruitment of Ex-offenders Policy, you are advised that all posts within the School will have the opportunity for unsupervised contact with children and therefore all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration form to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not “protected” as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).  This is regardless of whether any such convictions, caution, reprimand or final warning is considered ‘spent’ or ‘unspent’.

The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are “protected” and not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account.  Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website.  Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us: this will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of your offence(s).

Other suitable skills and experience include Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, Financial Controller, Budget Analyst, Management Accountant, Tax Advisor, Education Finance Specialist, Audit Manager, Financial Consultant, Compliance Officer.