Interim Head of Finance

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organisation in Reading is seeking an Interim Head of Finance to oversee financial operations and deliver year end compliance. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, experience within an Academy Trust, and proven team management skills. This temporary role offers a competitive daily rate based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Qualifications

• Must have a professional accounting qualification.
• Strong experience in an Academy/Multi-academy Trust required.
• Must possess proven knowledge of year end close.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations across the Trust.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and financial integrity.
• Assist with strategic planning supporting educational outcomes.

Skills

Accounting qualification

Experience in Academy/Multi-academy Trust

Knowledge of year end close

Team management experience

Head of Finance/CFO experience

Education

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

Job description

Overview

The Interim Head of Finance role is a temporary opportunity for an academy trust, based in Reading, requiring accounting and finance expertise. This position focuses on overseeing financial operations and delivering year end.

Client Details

This is a not-for-profit organisation with a strong focus on delivering meaningful impact within its sector. As a medium-sized entity, it is committed to maintaining financial integrity and fostering a structured approach to its operations.

Description

The interim Head of Finance is overseeing all financial and transactions operations across the Trust, ensuring regulatory compliance, financial integrity, and assisting with strategic planning that supports outstanding educational outcomes. This role is an interim position to support the Trust in delivering it\'s year end requirements whilst stabilising and managing the finance Team

Profile

A successful Interim Head of Finance should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong experience in an Academy/ Multi-academy Trust (MAT)
• Proven knowledge of year end close for a Trust
• Team management experience
• Head of Finance/ Finance Director or CFO level experience.
• Local to Reading, Berkshire

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate, depending on experience.