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