Interim Finance Director

2 months ago


Sevenoaks, United Kingdom Altum Consulting Remote Work Freelance Full time

One of London's most prestigious independent schools, globally recognised for its offering, is seeking an experienced and intuitive Finance Director for a period of c. 6 months while they make a permanent appointment. The post-holder will provide strong financial leadership to the finance team and will begin by leading on a complex VAT project followed by the budgeting process for the group.

As the FD, you will be responsible for;

  • Leading the finance team to deliver an efficient and reliable finance function
  • Ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements for charity/education
  • Supporting the Bursar in delivering next year's budget
  • Work closely with the Director of Property and IT to support capital planning
  • Analysing and presenting financial information to Bursar and Governors to aid decision making
  • Overseeing the provision of reports, returns and management information as required
  • Managing external relationships with bankers, auditors and investment advisors
  • Owing the finance data, ensuring copies are stored in line with policy

The ideal candidate will;

  • Have at least one year's experience in the lead finance role ideally with a school/charity
  • Have proven experience in leading and motivating teams through periods of change
  • Have strong technical accounting knowledge from either education/charity
  • Be able to move easily between strategic and operational levels and communicate effectively at all levels with a variety of stakeholders.

The school is embarking on an exciting new chapter with a new leadership team full of passion, enthusiasm and the desire to innovate. It's an exciting time to be joining this long-established institution which is situated on a beautifully landscaped 100-acre site and has state-of the art facilities. Hybrid-working available with two days a week from home anticipated.

If you are ready for a new challenge in a beautiful and vibrant setting and are available at short notice, please apply ASAP.



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