* Location: Birmingham
* Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week)
We are currently seeking an accomplished Executive Director of Finance to join the senior leadership team of a leading Further Education college based in Birmingham. This strategic role is designed to enhance financial stewardship, drive digital capability, and support sustainable growth within a highly regulated, mission‑led environment.
Day‑to‑day of the role:
* Strategic Leadership & Team Development:
o Lead, mentor, and empower the finance team, fostering a high‑performance culture aligned with the college's values.
o Serve as a senior advisor to the College Management Team, ensuring financial strategies support educational and organisational goals.
o Continuously improve financial processes, systems, and frameworks to support growth and sustainability.
o Deputise for the Vice Principal/CFO when required.
* Financial Reporting & Planning:
o Oversee the delivery of accurate financial statements, management accounts, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
o Lead statutory and regulatory reporting in line with ESFA, audit, and sector requirements.
o Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
o Provide transparent reporting to the Corporation, Audit Committee, and senior teams.
* Digital Transformation & Financial Systems:
o Maximise the use of digital finance systems, increasing automation and reducing manual processes.
o Champion the integration of data‑driven financial insights to support strategic decision‑making across the organisation.
* Governance, Risk & Compliance:
o Ensure compliance with all relevant FE sector financial regulations, standards, and statutory frameworks.
o Develop robust financial policies and risk‑management strategies.
o Act as the primary contact for auditors, regulators, and funding agencies.
* Stakeholder & Partnership Management:
o Build strong relationships with external partners including auditors, funders, and suppliers.
o Provide expert financial guidance to leaders and departments across the college.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Proven senior financial leadership experience within Further Education or a closely regulated public‑sector environment.
* Strong technical knowledge of FE funding, regulatory frameworks, and statutory reporting.
* Advanced digital skills with experience in modernising finance functions and implementing enhanced financial systems.
* Exceptional communication and influencing skills at executive level.
* A strategic mindset with the ability to balance long‑term planning with the realities of daily financial management.
Benefits:
* Opportunity to impact an FE institution undergoing digital and organisational transformation.
* Senior leadership influence with direct access to the Executive Team.
* Access to ongoing training and professional development.
* An inclusive culture with a strong commitment to wellbeing and work‑life balance.
* Highly competitive salary and benefits package.
To apply for the Executive Director of Finance position, please submit your CV today.
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