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Financial Controller

Job details

Contract hours: 35
Basis: Full time
Salary: £80,000
Location: Uppingham School
Closing date: 27 January 2026, 11:59 pm

Description

Uppingham School is seeking an Interim Financial Controller to provide senior financial leadership during a period of transition. Appointed on an interim basis for an initial period of 9-12 months, the role will work closely with the CFO to ensure strong financial control, effective budgeting and clear financial reporting across the School and its wider group.

The role is responsible for maintaining robust financial systems, overseeing statutory reporting and regulatory returns, managing cash flow and supporting senior leaders with accurate, timely financial information. Alongside core responsibilities, the role supports the CFO on projects to strengthen systems, improve reporting and support effective financial decision-making within a collaborative, values-led organisation.

About you

You will be a qualified accountant with experience of senior-level financial control, reporting and analysis, and confidence working within complex organisations. A methodical, accurate approach and the ability to assess financial risk and opportunity will be central to how you work.

The role requires ease in working closely with senior colleagues, explaining financial matters clearly and supporting informed decision-making. An appreciation of Uppingham School’s context and ethos, combined with strong technical capability and a collaborative approach, will support effective contribution during this interim period.

Closing date: 28th January 2026

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we have received an adequate number of applications.

Uppingham School is 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.

All positions at the School are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, therefore ALL convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered ‘spent’ under the Act) MUST be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. All information given will be treated as confidential and each case will be taken on its merits. Failure to disclose this information may result in the withdrawal of an offer of employment or immediate termination of employment.

Uppingham School is an equal opportunities employer.

Working at Uppingham

Uppingham is a vibrant, stimulating, energetic and forward-looking school. Our community is made up of talented people offering a diverse range of experiences. We welcome applications from candidates who are both experienced and new to working within the independent education sector.