Overview

Director of Finance, FEA role at Guardian Jobs. Our client’s mission is to be a vibrant, innovative, diverse and sustainable college that empowers learners to succeed and make a positive impact on society.

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Finance to join their Senior Leadership Forum. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a team of dedicated professionals to deliver high-quality transactional services, robust financial information and reporting, and effective processes that position finance as an enabling service within the College.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy of the College, ensuring sound financial management and supporting ambitious plans for growth and development. We are looking for a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, proven leadership skills and the ability to make an immediate impact.

Our client has retained FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Interested parties are advised to have an initial discussion with our lead consultant prior to submitting an application by emailing Jo.Johnston@fea.co.uk.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 15 October 2025. Interview dates: Thursday 23 and Friday 24 October 2025.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of professionals to deliver high-quality transactional services, robust financial information and reporting, and effective processes that position finance as an enabling service within the College.
• Shape the College's financial strategy and ensure sound financial management to support growth and development.
• Provide strategic financial leadership to support ambitious plans and ensure compliance with regulatory and governance requirements.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, proven leadership skills, and the ability to make an immediate impact.

Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industries: Advertising Services
• Location: London, England, United Kingdom