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Head of Finance

Head of Finance

FIND

Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 18 days

Sutton, Surrey SM3 8AP, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Head of Finance position offers a salary range of £75,000 to £80,000 and is based near Epsom with hybrid working options.
Candidates must have a background in education, not-for-profit, or charity sectors, along with significant financial leadership experience in a multi-academy trust or similar environment.
The role involves leading financial strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing internal and external audits to maintain financial control.
As a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent), the ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders.
In this position, you will lead a high-performing finance team while driving continuous improvement in financial operations and supporting budget holders in decision-making.

Hybrid role
Education, not for profit or charity background required
Salary to £80K

Head of FinanceSalary: £75,000= £80,000Based near Epsom, hybrid working available.My client is a high performing multi-academy trust dedicated to delivering high-quality, inclusive education across multiple schools. This role will provide financial sustainability and value for money across the trust, enabling schools to focus on what truly matters—education.As the Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the financial strategy of the Trust. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead a high-performing finance team, ensuring financial sustainability, compliance, and operational excellence. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, guiding financial decision-making and enhancing financial transparency across the schools.Key Responsibilities

Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Ensure compliance with the Academy Policies, ESFA regulations, and statutory financial requirements.
Manage internal and external audits, maintaining a robust financial control environment.
Oversee cash flow, treasury management, and financial systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, SAP Concur)
Drive continuous improvement in financial operations and reporting.
Support Headteachers and budget holders in financial planning and decision-making.
Lead and develop a team of finance professionals.

Requirements for this role

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
Ideally, significant financial leadership in a multi-academy trust (MAT), education, public sector, or non-profit organisation
Strong understanding of ESFA funding mechanisms, charity accounting, and regulatory compliance
Strategic thinker, excellent communicator, and problem-solver with strong analytical skills
Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a collaborative environment.

For more information and a confidential discussion, please contact Jamie at FIND Recruitment.

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