Finance Leader: Growth & Platform Rollout

University of South Wales (USW) - CAPSE; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing package

Personal development

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead the College’s financial operations. The role involves finalising the Accounting Platform rollout, strengthening governance, and partnering with senior leadership to support growth.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to deliver under pressure.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in financial management in higher education setting.
• Ability to influence and drive strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance Team and report to the Chief Finance and Operating Officer.
• Oversee financial planning, reporting and compliance.
• Drive implementation of the new Accounting Platform and support growth strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Influencing

Resilience

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead the College’s financial operations. The role involves finalising the Accounting Platform rollout, strengthening governance, and partnering with senior leadership to support growth.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to deliver under pressure.