Deputy Director of Finance
| Posting date: | 15 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £75,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £75,000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2026 |
| Location: | Watford, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | West Herts College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3331A |
Summary
We are seeking an experienced and qualified finance professional to join the College as a Deputy Director of Finance. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management across the finance function, supporting the College’s financial sustainability, compliance, and long-term planning.
The successful candidate will lead on financial planning, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit, funding compliance, and financial governance. You will also act as a key business partner to senior leaders across the College, providing high-quality financial analysis, challenge, and support to inform strategic decision-making.
You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or ACA) with significant senior finance experience in a complex organisation. Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with experience in financial modelling, budgeting, and team management.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Managing the College’s finances in line with changes in the sector
• Supporting Senior Managers and the College Corporation
• Working to provide and enhance the outstanding service provided across College
• Developing the Finance team in line with the College’s strategic aims
This is a full-time role, based at our Watford Campus. You will also be required to attend meetings and events held at any of our sites and / or community venues.
The closing date for applications is Friday 12 June 2026.
You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be actively encouraged to upskill.
We have a free on-site gym at our Watford campus and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.
West Herts College is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for this role please contact the Human Resources department.
The successful candidate will lead on financial planning, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit, funding compliance, and financial governance. You will also act as a key business partner to senior leaders across the College, providing high-quality financial analysis, challenge, and support to inform strategic decision-making.
You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or ACA) with significant senior finance experience in a complex organisation. Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with experience in financial modelling, budgeting, and team management.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Managing the College’s finances in line with changes in the sector
• Supporting Senior Managers and the College Corporation
• Working to provide and enhance the outstanding service provided across College
• Developing the Finance team in line with the College’s strategic aims
This is a full-time role, based at our Watford Campus. You will also be required to attend meetings and events held at any of our sites and / or community venues.
The closing date for applications is Friday 12 June 2026.
You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be actively encouraged to upskill.
We have a free on-site gym at our Watford campus and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.
West Herts College is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for this role please contact the Human Resources department.
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