Finance Director

Finance Director
Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Pension Scheme
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

Lead Strategically, Manage Responsibly – Join a High-Achieving Coeducational Secondary School as Finance Director

Are you an experienced financial leader ready to play a strategic role in shaping the future of education? Do you bring a track record of financial planning, budgeting, and leadership within a public, private, or educational setting?

Our client, a well-respected coeducational secondary school located in Basingstoke, is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Director to join the senior leadership team from September 2025. This is a pivotal role offering the chance to influence long-term financial sustainability and support outstanding outcomes for students.

About the Role:
As Finance Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the school’s financial operations. This includes budget planning and monitoring, financial compliance, reporting to Governors and external bodies, procurement, risk management, and contributing to strategic decision-making. You will lead a small finance team and collaborate closely with the Headteacher, senior leaders, and the governing body to ensure sound financial management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who thrives on both the strategic and operational elements of school business leadership.

What the School Offers:

• A key leadership role within a high-performing and supportive school

• Strong professional development and leadership opportunities

• A collaborative and forward-thinking senior leadership team

• Autonomy in financial planning with the opportunity to make a significant impact

• A values-driven working environment focused on student achievement

• Access to staff benefits, pension scheme, and on-site facilities

What They’re Looking For:

• Professional accountancy qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, ACA) or equivalent experience

• Proven experience in financial management, preferably within the education or public sector

• Strategic mindset with excellent analytical, organisational, and interpersonal skills

• Understanding of financial compliance, risk management, and funding in schools

• Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and governors

• A strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, and the school’s core values

If you are a motivated finance leader who is passionate about education and eager to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply:
Please send your CV to ali.aslam@permanentworkforceresourcing.com

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