Interim CFO: Strategic Finance Leader for a University

s1jobs; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Strathclyde is seeking an outstanding Interim Chief Financial Officer for up to 12 months to lead financial strategy and stewardship across the university. You will report to the Principal and work with the Executive Team to ensure sustainable growth and accountability.

You will bring a professional accounting qualification and a proven track record in strategic financial leadership within a large complex organisation, with strong governance, risk management, and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification required (ACCA/CIMA/CA).
• Proven track record in senior finance leadership within a large/complex organisation.
• Strong governance, risk management and financial planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of the University's financial strategy and budget planning.
• Provide strategic financial leadership to support sustainable growth and accountability.
• Oversee leadership of Finance and Estates and ensure alignment with Strathclyde 2030 priorities.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Governance & risk management

Executive stakeholder engagement

Financial governance

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/CA)

Job description

The University of Strathclyde is seeking an outstanding Interim Chief Financial Officer for up to 12 months to lead financial strategy and stewardship across the university. You will report to the Principal and work with the Executive Team to ensure sustainable growth and accountability.

You will bring a professional accounting qualification and a proven track record in strategic financial leadership within a large complex organisation, with strong governance, risk management, and stakeholder