Deputy Director Of Finance

Burman Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Deputy Director of Finance & Procurement for a 6-month contract in London. This senior role involves leading finance business partners to provide critical financial insights for budget holders and strategic decision-making. Candidates should have a proven background in senior finance roles, especially in complex organizations, and strong leadership, analytical, and technical skills. Hybrid working is available.

Qualifications

• Proven track record at senior level in a large organisation.
• Strong leadership experience managing large teams.
• Excellent analytical skills for practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of finance business partners.
• Support budget holders and shape decision-making.
• Deputise for the Director of Finance & Procurement when required.

Skills

Financial insight provision

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Technical accounting expertise

High-quality reporting

Process improvement

Understanding of Higher Education sector

Job description

I'm currently working with a leading UK university on the search for a Deputy Director of Finance & Procurement (Management Accounting & Business Partnering) on a 6-month contract. This senior role is based in the south of England with hybrid working available.

You will lead a team of finance business partners, providing trusted financial insight to support budget holders, shape decision-making, and deliver the University's long-term strategy. The role will also deputise for the Director of Finance & Procurement when required.

Experience Required:

* Proven track record at senior level in a large and complex organisation, ideally in Higher Education or a comparable sector.

* Strong leadership experience managing large teams, multiple projects and tight deadlines.

* Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to deliver imaginative and practical solutions.

* High-level technical accounting expertise, with strong IT and advanced spreadsheet skills.

* Ability to produce high-quality reports and present complex financial issues clearly to senior colleagues and non-finance stakeholders.

* Demonstrable experience in driving improvements to financial processes and delivering tangible benefits.

* Understanding of financial issues facing the Higher Education sector.

If you are interested, please apply now!