Stuartholme is a Catholic, independent girls’ school catering for years 5 (from 2024) and 6 (from 2025) and secondary day and boarding students. It is committed to the education of young women in the philosophy and tradition of the Society of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Stuartholme is a member of the Sacred Heart International Network with more than 140 Schools in over 40 countries, educating within the philosophical framework of the Goals of Sacred Heart Education.
THE POSITION:
The Director of Finance assists the Commercial Director in the day-to-day business and financial functions of the School. They will be responsible for financial planning, preparing and analyzing financial statements, financial reporting, and utilising analytical skills to support decision-making.
To be successful, the Director of Finance will be skilled in:
- Financial Planning and Financial Statements
- Analytical Skills and Finance
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting
The successful candidate will have:
- Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- CPA or other relevant certifications
Experience in a school or education setting will be highly advantageous.
A full role description is available on the school website:
www.stuartholme.com
Applicants must hold a current Positive Notice Blue Card for Child Related Employment.
All staff are expected to support the ethos of the School as expressed in the Goals of Sacred Heart Education.
The Application Process
Applications (one page covering letter, resume and contact details of three referees) should be emailed no later than midday on Monday 1 July 2024. Emails should be addressed to The Principal and forwarded to **@stuartholme.com.
To expedite recruitment, especially for specialist or highly contested roles, Stuartholme School reserves the right to interview candidates and make appointments before the closing date. In most cases, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.