Strategic Finance Director | Board-Level Leadership & Risk, Farnborough

• Annual Salary: Competitive Senior Post Holder package
• Location: Farnborough
• Office based
• Job Type: Full-time, 37 hours per week

My client is seeking a Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership and professional accountability, ensuring long-term financial sustainability and operational effectiveness. This senior role is crucial for driving the strategic ambitions and supporting outstanding learner outcomes.

• Lead the finance function, ensuring financial probity, sustainability, and value for money.
• Oversee Corporate Services functions including Finance, Estates, and Management Information Systems.
• Provide high-quality financial advice, analysis, and reporting to the CEO & Management Team and the Corporation Board.
• Lead on financial risk management and coordinate the risk register.
• Act as Data Controller, ensuring compliance with data protection and information governance requirements.
• Lead the annual budget setting process and medium-term financial planning.
• Maintain oversight of all funding streams, ensuring compliance with funding body rules and guidance.
• Drive value-for-money initiatives and operational efficiencies.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Degree or equivalent professional qualification in finance, accounting, or a related discipline.
• Significant post-qualification experience in a senior financial leadership role within a complex organisation.
• Experience of operating at Board or equivalent governance level.
• Strong knowledge of funding methodologies and regulatory compliance.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret, challenge, and communicate complex financial information clearly.

• Competitive salary and benefits package appropriate for a Senior Post Holder.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the strategic direction of an influential educational institution.
• Engaging and dynamic work environment.

To apply for the Director of Finance position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.