At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Finance team and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial governance.
- Company: Established Further Education college in Scotland with a focus on strategic financial management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £61,575, full-time role, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic educational setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on financial leadership and contribute to the college's strategic direction.
- Qualifications: CCAB-qualified accountant with significant senior finance experience.
We Do Data are working with an established Further Education college in Scotland that is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Finance to lead its Finance function and play a key role in the college's financial management and strategic planning.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional who enjoys combining hands-on financial leadership with senior stakeholder engagement and contributing to the wider direction of an organisation.
The Role
You will lead and develop the Finance team, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and annual statutory accounts.
The role also includes responsibility for SFC financial returns, external audit, financial governance and controls, as well as supporting major capital projects, business planning and financial modelling.
You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, providing financial advice and helping drive improvements across finance systems, processes and reporting.
What we're looking for
- CCAB-qualified accountant.
- Significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance role.
- Strong technical accounting, statutory reporting and audit experience.
- Experience leading a finance function within a medium to large organisation.
- Strong financial governance and business partnering skills.
Experience within Scottish Further Education, particularly with Scottish Funding Council (SFC) returns and Scottish public-sector accounting frameworks, would be a significant advantage.
Candidates from other FE, HE or public-sector backgrounds with relevant technical accounting experience are also encouraged to apply.
- Salary & Package
- Full-time, permanent position
- 35 hours per week
For more information and the opportunity to view a job description, please call Dan at We Do Data on (phone number removed) or apply as soon as possible and we'll get in touch.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We Do Data (Bristol) Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment.
Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
In accordance with the Df E statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants
Head Of Finance employer: WeDoData
WeDoData is an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the education sector. Located in the picturesque South Devon, the college offers a supportive and collaborative work culture, competitive salaries with annual increases, and generous holiday entitlements, all while fostering career development opportunities. Join a values-driven team where your analytical skills can truly make a difference in the lives of learners.
