Kingston Grammar School - Financial Controller

Summary

KGS is looking to recruit a Financial Controller to join the finance team.

Detail

The Financial Controller is responsible for the day-to-day management of the financial activities of the school. The Financial Controller provides cover for the Director of Finance in their absence.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the DF and the senior leadership (Executive) team.

Candidates will need to be a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or equivalent) with demonstrable experience in a similar role. You will have knowledge of managing people, operations, financial and budgetary management and be able to demonstrate solid financial and commercial acumen. You can work both independently and as a key team member with a strong yet collaborative management style.

The school welcomes applications from a broad range of professional backgrounds; prior experience of working in a school may be an advantage but is not a prerequisite.

The role is offered on a full-time, permanent contract working 40 hours per week for 52 weeks a year. The holiday entitlement is 25 days plus bank holidays and an additional 2 grant days during the festive period.

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 22nd June 2026.

For queries regarding this role, please email: recruitment@kgs.org.uk

Prior to interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at this school.

Kingston Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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Documents

• Financial Controller June 2026 PDF Document