Reed
Group Director of Finance
East Midlands
£75,000 – £85,000 per annum (depending on experience)
The Opportunity
We are seeking an exceptional Group Director of Finance to join a large, forward-thinking education provider in the East Midlands. This is a pivotal senior leadership role, combining strategic influence with hands-on operational delivery, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer.
As a key member of the wider leadership team, you will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust financial management, and supporting the organisation’s long-term ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the overall financial management of the organisation
- Contribute to and deliver the financial strategy aligned to organisational goals
- Develop and manage annual budgets and multi-year financial plans
- Provide high-quality financial reporting, forecasts and insights to senior leadership and Board
- Oversee cashflow, treasury management, and financial controls
- Ensure compliance with audit, statutory reporting, and funding body requirements
- Lead on payroll, tax returns, and financial submissions
- Drive value for money and cost-efficiency strategies
- Develop and maintain financial policies, systems, and procedures
- Lead and develop a high-performing finance and procurement team
- Partner with senior stakeholders to influence strategic decision-making
- Manage financial risks and ensure strong governance across the organisation
About You
You will be a qualified finance leader with the credibility and capability to operate at executive level.
Essential:
- Degree educated with a recognised professional financial qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Significant senior finance leadership experience, including strategic planning
- Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Strong understanding of financial governance, controls, and compliance
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
- Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Desirable:
- Experience within education or public sector funding environments
- Knowledge of FRS 102 and pension reporting
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary of £75,000 – £85,000
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement (35 days + bank holidays)
- Opportunity to shape and influence organisation-wide strategy
- A collaborative, values-driven senior leadership environment
Why Apply?
This is an outstanding opportunity for a strategic and hands-on finance leader who is looking to make a meaningful impact within a complex, multi-site organisation. You will play a key role in driving financial sustainability and supporting growth across the group.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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