Chief Financial Officer

Newtons Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Cambridge is seeking a senior finance professional to oversee its finance function. This role involves developing financial strategies and leading a small team, providing a unique opportunity to impact education during a pivotal time. The successful candidate will be qualified and experienced, ready to navigate complex challenges while fostering a collaborative environment.

Benefits

24 days + bank holidays & yearly increases

LGPS pension scheme (24% contribution)

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Free onsite gym, tennis & sports facilities

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Enhanced parents leave

Salary sacrifice scheme

Flexible working

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Significant senior finance leadership experience required.
• Experience in education finance desirable.
• Confident management in complex environments crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategy and oversee day-to-day priorities.
• Advise stakeholders on key financial matters.
• Lead procurement and contracting functions.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Strategic oversight

Managing complex environments

Education

Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA

Job description

Location: Cambridge (onsite)

Salary: Up to 80,000 + 24% pension

Contract: Part or full time considered

Exciting opportunity for a strategic finance leader with a passion for impact and purpose.

We are looking for a talented senior finance professional to join a growing education provider during a time of pivotal and exciting change.

Overview:

You will be responsible for the strategic oversight, management and leadership of the finance function, working closely with the senior leadership team, whilst leading and developing a small team.

A typical week:

• Development of financial strategy
• Oversight for all day to day financial priorities
• Advise stakeholders on key financial matters
• Lead for procurement & contracting

You'll need the following:

• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA
• Significant senior finance leadership experience
• Confident managing in complex environments
• Excellent leadership & interpersonal skills
• Senior education finance experience (desirable)

Benefits: 24 days + bank holidays & yearly increases, LGPS pension scheme (24% contribution), Health & Wellbeing Benefits, Free onsite gym, tennis & sports facilities, Enhanced maternity/paternity pay, Enhanced parents leave, Salary sacrifice scheme, Flexible working and Free onsite parking.

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