Interim - Head of Finance

• nterim Head of Finance (3 4 months)

Location: Central London
Salary: c. £65,000 £79,000 (pro rata) Day rates apply
Start: ASAP

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Head of Finance to join a group of leading independent schools in central London for a 3 4 month assignment.

This short-term post will support a newly integrated shared finance function, providing leadership and stability at a critical time of change. The schools involved have strong academic reputations, rich histories, and are committed to delivering excellent education to a diverse student body.

The Role

• Lead a cross-site finance team to deliver efficient, effective finance services

• Provide clear, robust financial planning, reporting, and analysis to senior leaders and governing boards

• Partner with external finance teams on operational and strategic finance matters

• Support budget setting, monitoring, and cost improvement initiatives

• Champion service excellence for internal and external customers

• Foster collaboration and professional development within the finance team

About You

We re seeking a qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA) who is immediately available and can demonstrate:

• Significant senior-level experience in financial and management accounting

• Strategic financial leadership, ideally within education, charity, public sector, or similarly complex settings

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• A track record of improving processes and delivering service excellence

• Experience leading teams through change and embedding collaborative cultures

Why Join?

• Shape and strengthen a shared finance function at a pivotal moment

• Work with engaged leadership teams committed to improvement

• Enjoy a professional, collaborative culture in central London

• Make a meaningful impact during a time of transition and challenge for the sector

This is an interim post for 3 4 months, perfect for an experienced finance leader seeking a rewarding short-term role in a high-profile environment.

How to Apply
If you re ready to bring your expertise to this important interim assignment, please send your CV as soon as possible.

For a confidential discussion about the role, get in touch with Rosemary Pini at Allen Lane