Interim Head of Finance

Panoramic Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance for a 6-month contract, based in London. This part-time role (2 days per week) involves providing strategic and operational leadership in finance across multiple schools. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in finance management, especially within the education sector, and be comfortable working flexibly. This hybrid role offers a competitive day rate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at Head of Finance level or above.
• Recent, hands-on experience using PS Financials.
• Strong background working within the education sector, ideally at MAT level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function across all schools within the group.
• Produce and present financial management reports to stakeholders.
• Ensure full financial compliance and strong financial controls.
• Oversee statutory accounts and audit processes.
• Provide expert guidance on audit, risk, and governance.
• Line manage, structure, and develop the finance team.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Compliance monitoring

Audit guidance

Team development

Tools

PS Financials

Job description

Overview

Interim Head of Finance - Schools (London)
6 Month Contract
Part-time - 2 days per week
Hybrid Working
Paid on a day rate

Panoramic Associates is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded group of schools based in London to appoint an Interim Head of Finance, starting immediately, for a 6 month assignment.

This is a senior interim opportunity for an experienced school finance professional to provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple sites, ensuring robust financial management and compliance during a key period.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function across all schools within the group
• Produce and present financial management reports to Trustees, DfE/ESFA, and other stakeholders
• Ensure full financial compliance and strong financial controls
• Oversee statutory accounts and support audit processes
• Provide expert guidance on audit, risk, and governance
• Line manage, structure, and develop the finance team

Working Pattern

• Hybrid role
• 2 days per week

About You

• Proven experience operating at Head of Finance level or above
• Recent, hands-on experience using PS Financials
• Strong background working within the education sector, ideally at MAT level
• Able to commit to 2 days per week on a flexible basis

If this role aligns with your experience and availability, we'd love to speak with you.
Please contact Abbey at Panoramic Associates on (phone number removed) to discuss further.