Strategic Finance Lead – Higher Education (Hybrid, Part-time)

Northern School of Contemporary Dance; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A student-focused higher-education institution in Leeds seeks a strategic Head of Finance to provide financial leadership. The candidate will oversee budgeting, financial operations, and compliance while leading the Finance team. Essential qualifications include being a fully qualified accountant with experience in financial leadership within regulated sectors. This role offers a collaborative working environment, flexible arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior-level financial leadership, preferably in higher education.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning and risk management.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at multiple levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the institution’s financial strategy.
• Manage financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Oversee budgeting and long-term financial planning.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Communication skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

A student-focused higher-education institution in Leeds seeks a strategic Head of Finance to provide financial leadership. The candidate will oversee budgeting, financial operations, and compliance while leading the Finance team. Essential qualifications include being a fully qualified accountant with experience in financial leadership within regulated sectors. This role offers a collaborative working environment, flexible arrangements, and professional development opportunities.