Part-Time Director of Finance

The Interim Director of Finance (PART-TIME) will provide senior financial leadership ensuring robust financial governance, high‑quality reporting, commercial insight, and strategic financial stewardship. This role will also act as a mentor and capability‑builder for the Deputy Director of Finance, supporting their development with the aim of enabling them to step into the CFO role after a defined period. Key Responsibilities; Strategic Leadership & Governance * Financial strategy - Lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s medium‑term financial strategy, ensuring alignment with commercial objectives and governance expectations. * Corporate governance - Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and governance frameworks, including Companies House, audit requirements, and internal control standards. * Board reporting - Provide clear, insightful, and timely financial reporting to the Board, including performance updates, risk analysis, and forward forecasting. Financial Management & Control * Financial planning - Oversee annual budgeting, in‑year forecasting, and long‑term financial modelling. * Financial control - Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective stewardship of public‑linked funds. * Audit & assurance - Lead preparation for internal and external audit, ensuring high‑quality working papers and timely responses. Commercial & Operational Finance * Business partnering - Provide commercial insight to operational leaders across service lines. * Contract & pricing oversight - Support evaluation of commercial opportunities, pricing models, and financial viability assessments. * Performance improvement - Identify opportunities to improve margin, efficiency, and financial sustainability. Leadership, Mentoring & Capability Building * Deputy CFO development - Provide structured mentoring, coaching, and exposure to CFO‑level responsibilities. * Team leadership - Support a high‑performing finance function with clear objectives, accountability, and professional development. * Succession planning - Build a clear pathway for the DDOF to assume full CFO responsibilities over time. Key Requirements Essential * Qualified accountant (CCAB) with significant senior leadership experience. * Proven track record as a CFO, Finance Director, or equivalent in a complex, regulated environment, ideally public sector organisations with commercial entities. * Strong understanding of public‑sector financial standards. * Demonstrable experience in mentoring and developing senior finance leaders. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at Board level. Contract Details * Part‑time (2–3 days per week) * Fixed‑term contract (length to be agreed) * Remote working with on-site presence as required