Foundation Finance and Payroll Lead

Closing Date: 1 June 2026
Telephone: 01737 649000
Email: hr@gatton-park.org.uk
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Employment Term: Full TimePermanent

Job Overview

The Charitable Foundation of The Royal Alexandra and Albert School is seeking a Foundation Finance and Payroll Lead to act as the primary custodian of the financial records for the Foundation, Gatton Trust and Gatton Park Lettings.

This role is responsible for ensuring the absolute integrity and accuracy of the accounting data, from nominal ledger management to the delivery of the Foundation payroll. Working closely with the Head of Foundation Finance, you will provide the robust financial control and substantiation required to support the Foundation’s operations and statutory reporting.

This is a varied role combining financial accounting, payroll leadership, cash management and accounts payable responsibilities.

We offer

  • Professional, supportive and committed staff team
  • Beautiful estate set in 260 acres of parkland
  • Convenient location, close to the A23 and M25
  • Free on-site parking

For further information and to apply for the role, please visit the Royal Alexandra & Albert School website: Job Vacancies – Royal Alexandra & Albert School

The school reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

We hope that after considering all the information provided, you will decide to make an application. Please be advised that we may interview as applications come in. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted shortly after the closing date. Whatever the outcome of your application we thank you for the interest you have shown and wish you well in your future career.

The Royal Alexandra and Albert 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 if successful, including an Enhanced DBS check. Staff must be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety regulations, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns as appropriate. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

At The Royal Alexandra and Albert School we strive to be inclusive and value the positive impact of diversity and equality within our school. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and particularly encourage those from ethnic minority groups who reflect the diversity, and varied cultural and ethnic backgrounds, of our student community / boarding community.