Your new company A leading academic establishment in the greater Bournemouth area, renowned for its extensive educational programs and notable alumni is partnering with Hays to identify an interim FD / CFO to join them for an initial 12-month contract to drive process transformation within finance and the wider establishment. Your new role Working with the leadership team and leading the finance function, you will be responsible for planning and delivering operational cost savings, as part of the wider strategic finance plan. You will have total oversight of finance, governance, compliance and operations, with a plan for future financial sustainability, whilst considering the establishment's commitment to education. You will be a champion of change, partnering effectively with wider staff, client partners and the leadership team to create transparent communication channels that consider both the financial and service delivery impacts of fiscal change. As part of cost savings, you may be tasked with assessing workforce capability, implementing upskilling opportunities and delivering new operational structures that match the commercial goals of the organisation. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified finance leader with demonstrable experience in delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiencies in commercial settings. You will be able to create a stable environment for the business whilst executing a period of change. Exposure to education / not-for-profit environments is desirable, but not essential. What you'll get in return A competitive salary based on experience and suitability for the needs of the role, plus benefits and access to world-class facilities that support physical wellbeing, plus all food & beverage is supplied during working hours by their on-site café. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk