Director of Finance - Interim 12 month FTC

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The Director of Finance will report directly to the CFO and will be responsible for the effective management and development of financial resources in line with the organisation's vision. The post-holder will oversee that all relevant regulations and legislation are complied with. Client Details Interim Director of Finance required on a 12-month fixed term contract basis for a leading multi academy trust within the Surrey/South London area Description The Director of Finance will be key in supporting the CFO, Principals and College leadership team with implementation and actions within the five-year strategic plans for both the College and the Academy Trust, with a particular focus on the financial use of resources. The Director of Finance will provide direction and leadership for the College & Academy Trust finance teams and will be sufficiently flexible to deal with the range of challenges of a complex organisation. The Director of Finance will work closely with Principals, Directors, Heads of Service and will form part of the Senior Finance Management Team. The Director of Finance will work in collaboration with allied professionals and will need to maintain regular contact with a variety of bodies. These will include: · HMRC · ESFA and other funding bodies · Local Authorities · Shared Service Teams · Auditors and other relevant external bodies 1. Supporting the CFO and ESLT in the strategic direction through the efficient and effective deployment of resources. 2. Overseeing the production and preparation of the Trust Statutory accounts in adherence with DfE and EFA guidelines measured by clean and unqualified opinion. 3. Lead and present the preparation and submission of financial returns to the DfE, EFA, SFA and other relevant organisations within specific deadlines, not limited to the Academies Accounts Return, March Accounts Return, Budget Return & FMGS. 4. Oversight of monthly production of Consolidated Management Accounts Pack for Board incl