Head of Finance

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Dudley; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Dudley is seeking a dynamic Head of Finance to lead financial strategy and operations. The role offers a salary of approximately £65,000. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with management experience, responsible for shaping the financial future of the college and driving improvements in financial services.

Qualifications

• Previous experience at a management level is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and operation of the financial strategy.
• Ensure alignment with the college’s overarching strategic plan.
• Drive continuous improvement and excellence in financial services.

Education

Qualified accountant status

Job description

Overview

Head of Finance — Circa £65,000

Dudley College of Technology is one of the most successful further education colleges in the UK, providing a wide range of education and training programmes across the West Midlands. With a large estate centred on the Dudley and Brierley Hill Learning Quarters, it provides inspirational facilities where students can access world-leading technology at the forefront of Further Education. Graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted in our most recent inspection in 2023, success rates for learners, across all programmes, are on or significantly above national benchmarks.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Finance to lead the development and operation of our financial strategy, ensuring alignment with the college’s overarching strategic plan. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our organisation, offering the opportunity to shape the financial future of the college while driving continuous improvement and excellence in financial services.

Requirements

The successful candidate will hold qualified accountant status and have had previous experience at a management level.

How to apply

To apply please visit dudleycol.ac.uk/our-college/jobs

Key dates

Closing date – 6th October 2025

Interview date – 16th October 2025

Equal opportunities and safeguarding

All successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and children and adults barred list checks where the applicant will be employed in a regulated activity.

Dudley College of Technology is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.