Finance Director Interim

Michael Page (UK); Warwick; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global education provider seeks a Finance Lead to ensure effective financial operations in the UK. You will deliver insights for strategic planning, maintain budgets and financial systems, and support cross-department financial management. This role offers a competitive daily rate along with an opportunity to drive meaningful change in education.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Well-equipped office environment

Daily complimentary onsite catering for breakfast and lunch

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in senior/director finance roles.
• Proven experience in financial leadership within the education sector.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality financial insights and analysis for strategic planning.
• Lead budget preparation, forecasts, and financial planning.
• Drive development of financial systems and internal controls.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Financial management

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, CPA)

Job description

Lead the delivery of the organisation's effective and efficient financial operations within the UK, ensuring alignment with the organisation's UK-specific vision, strategy, and values.

Client Details

Our client is a global education provider, operating across 120+ campuses in 20 countries. With a technology-enabled, self-directed learning model, they are reshaping traditional education by placing students at the centre of the learning experience. Guided by strong values, the organisation is committed to delivering innovative and future-ready education on a global scale.

Description

· Deliver high-quality financial insights and analysis to support strategic planning and enable effective decision-making across the organisation.

· Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and future growth strategies.

· Drive the development and maintenance of robust financial systems, policies, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

· Collaborate closely with colleagues across departments to enhance financial understanding, embed strong financial management practices, and support continuous improvement.

· Support the implementation and ongoing development of financial systems to streamline processes, improve data accuracy, and enable real-time reporting.

· Provide clear cost and contribution analysis across departments, projects, and campuses to inform resource allocation and strategic investment decisions.

· Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of monthly management accounts, accompanied by meaningful commentary and insights tailored to key stakeholders.

Profile

· Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent).

· A minimum of 5 years' experience in senior/director level finance roles.

· Proven experience in financial leadership within the not-for-profit or education sector.

Job Offer

· £300 per day plus - depending on experience.

· 3-6 month contract.

· Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission in the education sector.

· Free onsite parking.

· Excellent premises and well-equipped office space providing a modern environment.

· Daily complimentary onsite catering for breakfast and lunch.