Head of Finance
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- England,East of England,Cambridgeshire
- Full Time, Permanent
- £68,000 - £72,800 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionHead of Finance (College Accountant)
Cambridge (hybrid) | Full-time
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance to join a University of Cambridge College.
This position offers the chance to play a key role in shaping financial strategy, leading a high-performing team, and supporting the long-term sustainability of a complex and diverse organisation, in one of the best settings in Cambridge.
You will work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.
The Role
Reporting to the Senior Bursar, you will be responsible for delivering a full range of financial services, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and strategic planning across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
*Leading the finance function, managing and developing a multi-disciplinary team
*Overseeing the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports and statutory accounts
*Supporting long-term financial strategy, planning, and budgeting processes
*Ensuring strong financial controls, systems, and governance frameworks
*Managing relationships with auditors, regulators, and external stakeholders
*Overseeing treasury, cashflow management, and investment reporting
*Providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making across the organisation
About You
We are seeking a qualified finance professional with strong leadership capability and the ability to operate at a strategic level.
Key requirements:
*Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
*Significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance role
*Strong technical expertise in financial reporting, controls, and compliance
*Experience leading and developing teams
*Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage non-finance stakeholders
*Strong analytical mindset and commercial awareness
Experience within complex or regulated environments (e.g. education, charity, or similar) is advantageous.
What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary (c. £68,000–£73,000, depending on experience)
*Generous holiday allowance
*Attractive pension scheme
*Access to a wide range of health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
*A collaborative and intellectually stimulating working environment
Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity to take on a high-impact leadership role within a respected institution, offering both strategic influence and operational responsibility.
If you’re interested in learning more, or would like a confidential discussion, please get in touch or apply directly.
Cambridge (hybrid) | Full-time
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance to join a University of Cambridge College.
This position offers the chance to play a key role in shaping financial strategy, leading a high-performing team, and supporting the long-term sustainability of a complex and diverse organisation, in one of the best settings in Cambridge.
You will work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.
The Role
Reporting to the Senior Bursar, you will be responsible for delivering a full range of financial services, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and strategic planning across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
*Leading the finance function, managing and developing a multi-disciplinary team
*Overseeing the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports and statutory accounts
*Supporting long-term financial strategy, planning, and budgeting processes
*Ensuring strong financial controls, systems, and governance frameworks
*Managing relationships with auditors, regulators, and external stakeholders
*Overseeing treasury, cashflow management, and investment reporting
*Providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making across the organisation
About You
We are seeking a qualified finance professional with strong leadership capability and the ability to operate at a strategic level.
Key requirements:
*Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
*Significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance role
*Strong technical expertise in financial reporting, controls, and compliance
*Experience leading and developing teams
*Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage non-finance stakeholders
*Strong analytical mindset and commercial awareness
Experience within complex or regulated environments (e.g. education, charity, or similar) is advantageous.
What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary (c. £68,000–£73,000, depending on experience)
*Generous holiday allowance
*Attractive pension scheme
*Access to a wide range of health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
*A collaborative and intellectually stimulating working environment
Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity to take on a high-impact leadership role within a respected institution, offering both strategic influence and operational responsibility.
If you’re interested in learning more, or would like a confidential discussion, please get in touch or apply directly.
Job number 3751648
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Company size: 1–4 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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