At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage finances for primary schools and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Company: Join a values-driven Trust making a real difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave, and employee benefits scheme.
- Other info: Flexible working options and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to educational excellence and community impact.
- Qualifications: Relevant accountancy qualification or significant experience in finance.
The predicted salary is between 39799 - 43195 £ per year.
Salary: XCET 9 £39,799 - £43,195 (FTE: £42,958 - £46,624) per annum, dependant on experience.
Hours: 36 hours per week, 42 weeks per year - flexible working/term-time considered.
Location: Based centrally in Chertsey.
Start Date: ASAP.
The Xavier Catholic Education Trust (Xavier CET) are looking to appoint a Central Finance Manager to provide financial management to a portfolio of primary schools. Acting as the bridge between schools and central finance team, the role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial accounts and working across Trust systems to deliver high-quality financial reporting and planning. Working in partnership with Headteachers and school leaders to support informed decision making and ensure the best use of resources, while ensuring compliance with Trust policies and procedures.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced accountant with a passion for delivering high quality results in all aspects of finance. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Relevant accountancy qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIPFA, CIMA or equivalent) or significant equivalent experience.
- Experience of budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
- Excellent customer-facing skills and a proactive, solution-focused approach.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills; managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
Why Join Us
Be part of a values-driven Trust with a strong sense of purpose. Work alongside dedicated and supportive professionals making a real difference in children’s lives.
Employee Benefits Scheme.
26 days of annual leave (increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service) plus bank holidays.
Xavier Catholic Education Trust
The Xavier CET is a Surrey based, Catholic Trust currently made up of four secondary schools and nineteen primary schools. Xavier CET is a dynamic, highly effective trust of successful schools providing the children in our care with the best possible education within a caring and supportive Catholic ethos. We support the spiritual, moral, social, cultural and physical development of each child, as well as maximising progress, achievement and attainment to ensure their intellectual growth and to fulfil their potential. The Xavier CET also leads the Teach SouthEast partnership and is a Teaching School Hub. Our mission is to inspire, nurture and fulfil the calling of every person we encounter and the potential of every school we serve; growing together in faith, hope and love. We follow the example and teachings of Christ and everything we do will be inspired by gospel values. We strive for excellence in all areas of our work and cherish every child in our care.
Closing Date: Monday 21st September 2026 at 9am. Interviews: TBC.
Central Finance Manager NEW in Chertsey employer: Xavier Catholic Education Trust
Join the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, a values-driven organisation located in Chertsey, where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the financial management of our primary schools. We offer a supportive work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a generous benefits package including 26 days of annual leave, increasing to 31 days after five years. Be part of a dedicated team making a meaningful impact on children's lives while working within a caring and nurturing environment.
Contact Details:
Xavier Catholic Education Trust Recruitment Team
