Job Description
£58,647 to £64,721 per annum,
37 hours per week
The working pattern is Monday to Thursday 7.5 hours per day, Friday 7 hours per day
52 weeks per annum,
Abingdon Campus
Are you an ambitious Accountant with experience of managing a finance team, looking for career progression and ready to make a meaningful impact in education?
Abingdon and Witney college is a dynamic and ambitious Further Education college, committed to delivering high-quality learning and driving positive outcomes for our students, staff, and community. We are seeking a Head of Finance to play a pivotal role in supporting the shape of our financial future and ensuring the robust financial health of the organisation.
About the role:
As Head of Finance, you will lead our finance team, owning the financial processes within the College and be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you’ll contribute to strategic planning and decision-making at the highest level.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading on all financial processes within the College
* Producing timely and accurate management accounts and financial reports
* Advising senior leaders on financial performance and risk
* Overseeing financial compliance, audit processes, and reporting to external bodies (e.g. DfE)
* Driving value for money and efficiency across the college
What we’re looking for:
* A qualified accountant
* Proven experience in financial management, ideally in the education or public sector
* Strong analytical, communication, and people management skills
* A collaborative leader who shares our values and commitment to excellence