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Interim Finance Director – Multi-Academy Trust
Job in
Greater London, London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-13
Listing for:
The CFO HQ
Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-10-13
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, Financial Compliance, VP/Director of Finance, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) -
Management
Financial Manager, Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Job Description & How to Apply Below
# Interim Finance Director – Multi-Academy Trust Accounting / Finance,Finance Director October 9, 2026
Contract###
Job Description
* Contract* London
* Posted 1 day ago* £500 – £600 per day Website
** CV-Library**### The Opportunity We are interested in speaking with experienced Interim Directors of Finance for potential opportunities within Multi-Academy Trusts across London and the surrounding areas.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in education finance, providing both strategic and operational financial leadership across a multi-school environment.
This type of position involves working closely with the CFO, CEO and senior leadership team to strengthen financial management, oversee day-to-day finance operations and support the Trust's wider financial objectives.###
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day financial operations of the Trust, ensuring effective financial management across its academies.
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and financial reporting.
* Support the development and delivery of the Trust's medium-term financial strategy.
* Manage cashflow forecasting, reserves planning and financial risk.
* Lead and develop the central finance team, ensuring effective processes, controls and reporting.
* Oversee statutory accounts preparation, year-end processes and external audit requirements.
* Ensure compliance with the Academy Trust Handbook, DfE requirements and relevant accounting standards.
* Provide financial advice and challenge to school leaders, budget holders and senior stakeholders.
* Support finance transformation, systems improvements and process efficiencies.
* Assist with academy onboarding, mergers or integration activity where applicable.
* The Ideal Candidate
* Previous experience as a Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Financial Controller or senior finance leader within a Multi-Academy Trust.
* Strong understanding of academy trust financial management, funding and regulatory requirements.
* Experience leading finance teams across multiple schools or sites.
* Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, statutory accounts and audit.
* Experience improving financial controls, reporting processes or finance systems.
* Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA).
* Available at short notice or approaching the end of an existing assignment
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