Chief Financial Officer Lead

3 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Cambridge University Press & Assessment Full time
Financial Strategy Leader

We are looking for a senior finance professional to join our team at Cambridge University Press & Assessment as a Senior Finance Executive.

About the Position:

The successful candidate will have extensive finance experience, including significant time in a leadership role, along with a strong ability to mentor and coach.

You will be responsible for providing strategic financial guidance to our leadership teams, focusing on driving business growth and improving profitability.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Develop and implement effective financial strategies to support business objectives.
  2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business planning and forecasting processes.
  3. Drive continuous improvements to the month-end reporting cycle, including headcount tracking and Power BI reporting.
  4. Build a financially aware business through education and coaching, promoting good governance and financial control.
What We Offer:
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Group personal pension scheme
  • Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
  • Green travel schemes
Working Arrangements:

We offer hybrid working options, with most colleagues spending 40-60% of their time at the dedicated office or location.

Please note that successful applicants will be subject to background checks, including DBS, due to working in a regulated industry.

Estimated Salary:

£80,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.



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