Job Description
Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for driving innovation, digital transformation, and high-performance teams?
This is an opportunity to shape the financial future of a forward-thinking College while leading and mentoring a finance team.
As Executive Director of Finance you will champion the adoption of modern financial technologies, streamline processes, and provide clear, insightful financial guidance to support key decisions across the College.
You will act as a deputy for the Vice Principal/CFO when required.
Provide strategic financial advice to the College Management Team, balancing innovation with sound financial practice.
Keep up to date with developments in Further Education finance and proactively implement improvements.
Oversee preparation of accurate, timely audited annual financial statements and management accounts.
Ensure statutory returns (Finance Record, College Financial Forecasting Return) and funder/bank compliance reports are completed accurately.
Manage cash flow forecasting and budgeting, making data-driven recommendations and ensuring value for money.
Produce financial information for grant bids and ad-hoc reporting for the Corporation and Audit Committee.
Champion digital tools and financial systems to automate processes, reduce manual tasks, and deliver real-time insights.
Ensure systems are integrated, effective, and fit for purpose, including payroll and audit systems.
Ensure adherence to the College Financial Handbook, DfE, OfS, WMCA, HMRC, and other regulatory requirements.
Develop, implement, and maintain robust financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Act as the College’s primary liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
Maintain the Fraud Risk Register and report on counter-fraud and internal controls to the Audit Committee.
Build strong relationships with internal teams, external auditors, funders, and suppliers and make recommendations.
Provide clear, proactive financial guidance to support decision-making across the College.
Actively promote and model the College’s IAMSCCB values in all areas of work.
Who We’re Looking For
My client is looking for a visionary finance leader who has a strategic approach. You will be A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent). At least 5 years in financial management, ideally with a strong understanding of UK Further Education funding and financial management.
Skills :
A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent). At least 5 years in financial management, ideally with a strong understanding of UK Further Education funding and financial management.