At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance teams and ensure effective financial planning and reporting.
- Company: A dynamic Higher Education institution in Yorkshire with a focus on recovery and change.
- Benefits: Flexible working, attractive package, and impactful leadership role.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive and evolving environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference during a pivotal time in the organisation's financial journey.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in senior finance leadership and strategic planning.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A Yorkshire-based Higher Education institution is seeking an experienced senior finance leader to undertake a high-impact interim assignment as number two in Finance, reporting to the Executive Director of Finance and Strategic Planning.
This appointment comes at a pivotal point for the organisation, offering the opportunity to provide immediate leadership capacity during a period of financial recovery, regulatory focus, and organisational change.
The Role
This is a hands-on, senior leadership position operating across both strategic and operational levels. The successful candidate will:
- Provide day-to-day leadership of Finance and Planning, ensuring clarity of priorities and delivery
- Create operational headroom for the Executive Director to focus on strategic finance, lender engagement and board assurance.
- Strengthen financial grip, reporting, and performance insight
- Support delivery of year-end, audit, and budget cycles
- Play a key role in embedding integrated planning and data-driven decision-making
Key Focus Areas
- Leadership Delivery: Visible, credible leadership of finance and planning teams through a complex and evolving environment
- Financial Planning: Oversight of budgeting, forecasting and development of the medium-term financial plan
- Cash Covenant: Strengthening liquidity management, cash flow...
Deputy Director of Finance employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
As a leading Higher Education institution in Yorkshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to professional development, we offer a unique opportunity for senior finance leaders to make a significant impact during a transformative period for the organisation. Join us to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of education while enjoying an attractive benefits package.
Contact Details:
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
