Strategic Head of Finance & Operations – Education

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations, manage compliance, and lead a dedicated finance team. This strategic role involves preparing budgets, providing financial guidance, and mitigating risks under the supervision of the CFO. Candidates must have a professional accounting qualification and extensive experience in senior financial management, ideally in an educational context. The position offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

High levels of autonomy

Qualifications

• Extensive experience at a senior financial manager level.
• Desirable: Previous experience in an Academy Trust or educational setting.
• Desirable: Knowledge of charity law and governance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations and ensure long-term financial stability.
• Lead annual budget preparation and produce budget monitoring reports.
• Manage treasury activities including cash flow analysis.
• Provide financial guidance to all budget holders.
• Line manage the Finance Manager.

Skills

Strategic financial management

Budget preparation and forecasting

Compliance and risk management

Team leadership

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA)

Job description

A leading educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations, manage compliance, and lead a dedicated finance team. This strategic role involves preparing budgets, providing financial guidance, and mitigating risks under the supervision of the CFO. Candidates must have a professional accounting qualification and extensive experience in senior financial management, ideally in an educational context. The position offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package.