Finance Director

This education and training organisation is continuing to develop its offering while strengthening the financial framework that supports delivery, funding, and long-term sustainability. Operating across multiple programmes and stakeholders, the business is focused on improving financial planning, reporting, and governance to support growth and impact. They are now seeking a Finance Director to lead the finance function and act as a strategic partner to the leadership team.

The Role
Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with senior leadership, the Finance Director will take ownership of financial strategy, control, and performance insight across the organisation. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight, supporting funding models, operational decision-making, and strong financial governance in a regulated and outcome-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the financial strategy in line with organisational objectives

• Partner with the Chief Executive and leadership team on strategic planning and long-term sustainability

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management across programmes and services

• Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks are in place

• Manage statutory reporting, audit processes, and compliance with funding and regulatory requirements

• Provide clear financial reporting and insight to senior leadership and governance bodies

• Support funding arrangements, contract management, and stakeholder reporting

• Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team, embedding strong standards and accountability

• Contribute financial insight to new programme development, investment decisions, and growth initiatives

Candidate Profile

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

• Senior finance leadership experience within education, training, public-sector-adjacent, or service-led environments

• Strong technical accounting background with a sound understanding of governance and compliance

• Experience working with funding models, contracts, or grant-based income

• Confident operating at leadership level, able to influence and challenge constructively

• Commercially minded, with the ability to balance impact, sustainability, and control

• Clear communicator with experience engaging senior stakeholders and governing bodies