Head of Finance – Education & Training (Fully Remote)

Harper May is working with an education and training organisation that is looking for a Head of Finance to lead its finance function in a fully remote role.

The business delivers across multiple programmes and is continuing to strengthen its financial management, reporting, and governance as it develops its offering and supports long-term sustainability.

The Role

Reporting to the senior leadership team, the Head of Finance will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, effective planning, and strong financial control across the organisation.

The role will suit someone who can combine hands-on financial management with the ability to provide clear insight and support decision-making in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Key Responsibilities

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  Lead the finance function and oversee daily financial operations

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  Manage the monthly reporting cycle, ensuring timely and accurate financial information

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  Prepare budgets and forecasts, working closely with budget holders across the organisation

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  Monitor cash flow and support effective short- and medium-term financial planning

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  Maintain robust financial controls and oversee balance sheet integrity

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  Manage audit preparation, statutory accounts, and year-end processes

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  Ensure compliance with relevant financial, funding, and reporting requirements

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  Produce meaningful management information to support leadership decision-making

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  Support contract, funding, and programme reporting where required

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  Develop finance processes and improve reporting efficiency across the function

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  Manage and support finance staff, promoting a high standard of delivery and accountability

Candidate Profile

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  ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

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  Experience leading finance within an education, training, not-for-profit, or service-led organisation

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  Strong grounding in financial reporting, controls, and month-end processes

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  Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management

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  Confident managing audits and statutory financial requirements

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  Able to work closely with senior stakeholders and explain financial information clearly

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  Experience of working with funded income, contracts, or grant-related reporting would be advantageous