Head of Finance
13 days ago
Brighton
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 * Lead the finance function and oversee daily financial operations * Manage the monthly reporting cycle, ensuring timely and accurate financial information * Prepare budgets and forecasts, working closely with budget holders across the organisation * Monitor cash flow and support effective short- and medium-term financial planning * Maintain robust financial controls and oversee balance sheet integrity * Manage audit preparation, statutory accounts, and year-end processes * Ensure compliance with relevant financial, funding, and reporting requirements * Produce meaningful management information to support leadership decision-making * Support contract, funding, and programme reporting where required * Develop finance processes and improve reporting efficiency across the function * Manage and support finance staff, promoting a high standard of delivery and accountability Candidate Profile * ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified * Experience leading finance within an education, training, not-for-profit, or service-led organisation * Strong grounding in financial reporting, controls, and month-end processes * Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management * Confident managing audits and statutory financial requirements * Able to work closely with senior stakeholders and explain financial information clearly * Experience of working with funded income, contracts, or grant-related reporting would be advantageous