Senior Financial Controller

Westminster School is an esteemed institution with a rich heritage, who is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to lead and inspire its finance team. This role offers an opportunity to oversee financial operations and drive excellence within a collaborative environment one where you can make real impact.

Why Westminster School?

Westminster School values educational excellence and personal growth. Joining the team means becoming part of a vibrant community that prioritises integrity and innovation valuing all staff and pupils across the school.

Employee Benefits Include:

• 25 days of holiday plus a discretionary Christmas closure
• Complimentary school lunches on-site
• A robust pension plan
• Access to a private health scheme (opt-in)
• Use of the on-site gym
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Season ticket loans and tickets to school concerts and events
• Fee remission for pupils awarded places through the admission process

As Senior Financial Controller your responsibilities will be:-

• Lead the finance team in managing day-to-day operations, including month-end and year-end processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Oversee the accuracy of the Trial Balance and deliver responsive transaction processing services.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Guide and mentor the team, embedding the newly implemented iFinance system and promoting a customer-focused approach.

Key Relationships:

This role involves close collaboration with key internal stakeholders, including the Finance Bursar, COO, and school leadership teams, as well as external partners such as HMRC and auditors. Strong communication and rapport-building skills are essential for success.

Key strengths include:

• Strong technical accounting skills
• Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
• A proactive approach to process improvement
• Ability to maintain a strong control environment

Why apply?

If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment where your contributions are truly valued, this is your opportunity to help shape the school’s ongoing success while becoming a part of its rich legacy.

Apply below or contact Rosemary Pini at Allen Lane who is leading the recruitment campaign on behalf of Westminster School.