Interim Head of Finance

Interim Head of Finance
Location: East London / Essex
Contract: Interim, Full-Time (On-site, 5 days per week)
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance to join a small Multi-Academy Trust in the East London / Essex area. This is a critical leadership role, working closely with the CEO and school leadership teams to ensure financial stability and support the Trust in achieving its educational objectives.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead on budget negotiations, budgetary control, and compliance across the Trust.
• Drive the planning, development, and monitoring of finance, technology, and premises functions.
• Manage and develop the Trust's finance team, ensuring high standards and efficiency.
• Establish commercial partnerships that deliver educational benefits for students.
• Provide strategic recommendations to support the Trust's long-term development.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, literacy, and numeracy at all times.

• CCAB Qualified or Qualified by Experience.
• Previous experience in a school or Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) environment.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• Immediate availability or short notice period.