Chief Financial Officer

Cornwall College Jobs; Camborne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Camborne is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its financial strategy and procurement processes. The CFO will ensure financial sustainability and compliance while managing effective teams. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills, a background in financial reporting, and relevant qualifications. This full-time position offers a salary of £80,000 to £90,000 plus a relocation package.

Benefits

Generous annual leave scheme

Occupational pension schemes

Flexible working practices

Staff development activities

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven track record in strategic financial leadership.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and risk management.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement financial strategy and annual budgets.
• Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and risk management.
• Provide financial analysis to Executive Team and Board.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Procurement

Education

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Chief Financial Officer – Location: Camborne

Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 per annum, plus a relocation package of up to £10,000*

Terms & Conditions: Full Time (37 hours per week/52 weeks per year), Management Contract

Closing Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday 5 November 2025 (Camborne)

About Us

As the largest further education and training provider in the region, we are proud to be the first-choice college for over 30,000 students last year. Ranking among the largest colleges in the UK, we operate across 10 campuses spanning Cornwall and Devon. Evolving from a network of community-based and specialist colleges, our offerings range from entry-level courses to master9;s programmes, all with a distinct regional focus on the vibrant south-west community. Notably, our commitment to excellence has been recognised with an Ofsted 'Outstanding' rating in 2025 and the prestigious TEF Silver accreditation in 2023.

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is a critical senior role, providing leadership across all aspects of finance and procurement to ensure the Group's long-term financial sustainability and success.

Based at our Camborne campus, you will work closely with the CEO and Board to shape and deliver the Group's financial strategy. You'll be responsible for overseeing financial planning, reporting, procurement and compliance, while leading high-performing teams with empathy, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. You'll also play a lead role in building effective partnerships with funding agencies, auditors, banks, the DFE and suppliers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the Group's long-term financial strategy and annual budgets.
• Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, procurement, risk management, and statutory compliance.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and reporting to the Executive Team, Board, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the effective operation of financial systems, controls, and processes.
• Manage strategic financial relationships with banks, auditors, funding bodies, and key suppliers.
• Lead and develop high-performing Finance and Procurement teams with empathy, kindness, and accountability.
• Serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team contributing to broader organisational strategy and planning.

Skills and Experience

You will be an experienced senior finance professional with a proven track record of successful strategic leadership in a complex organisation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, procurement, and risk management at a senior level.

You'll be a qualified accountant (ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent) with up-to-date CPD. Your ability to interpret funding rules, maximise income opportunities, and ensure financial compliance will be key. You will also have experience managing statutory and regulatory returns, and leading on financial audits and controls.

Your communication and leadership skills will be exceptional; capable of engaging effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including the Board. You'll be collaborative by nature, able to motivate and develop high-performing teams, and bring a strategic mindset to problem-solving and organisational improvement.

Our leadership culture is values driven. We want our leaders to lead with empathy, developing high performing, empowered teams.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for a full, detailed description of the responsibilities, skills, knowledge and experience required for this role.

*Relocation package to be claimed in accordance with HMRC regulations. Eligible for candidates relocating to Cornwall.

Join Us

This is an exciting time to join us, as we reshape and grow our educational offer in the region. You'll be at the heart of that change, making a real difference to our communities.

Our recent Outstanding Ofsted visit recognised our commitment to our local communities and our inclusive nature as a provider and employer. If you're ready to bring your skills, vision and leadership to Cornwall College Group, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave scheme - this post has 35 days annual leave, plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks.
• Access to a generous occupational pension schemes including the LGPS.
• Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
• A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling, an online GP service, and a corporate eye care scheme.
• Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme - discounts with major retailers.
• Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.

How to Apply

If you'd like to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking leadership team and make a significant impact on the lives of students and the wider community, we want to hear from you.

Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select 'Apply Now'.

Contact Us

If you require further information, a Recruitment Pack or to arrange an informal discussion about the role with our Chief People Officer, Jayne Ninnes, please contact our Recruitment Team - [e-mail]

The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

The Cornwall College Group is committed to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of TCCG's mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively.

Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco-friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.