Sector: Qualified Accountancy & Financial Management

Location: Central London

Type: Permanent

Ref: BBBH72732_1786634203

Salary: Up to £100000.00 per annum

Associate Director of Financial Reporting

Savant is proud to be partnering with a prestigious organisation within the education sector to appoint an outstanding Associate Director of Financial Reporting.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a commercially minded, large-scale organisation where finance plays a key role in supporting the wider business. The role offers genuine scope to influence the direction of the team, contribute to the development of the wider Finance Department and further strengthen your leadership experience.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, proven management experience and the confidence to operate at a senior level within a complex and evolving organisation.

Key Requirements

• Strong management and leadership experience, with the ability to lead, develop and motivate a high-performing team.


• Significant experience across financial reporting, technical accounting, audit and regulatory returns.


• Strong tax experience, including VAT and corporation tax.


• Confident working with senior stakeholders, auditors and regulatory bodies.


• Experience within a large, complex organisation; education, public sector or not-for-profit experience would be advantageous.

Role Highlights

• Lead and develop the financial reporting team, shaping its future direction and supporting wider Finance Department objectives.


• Oversee financial accounting, balance sheet control, statutory reporting and year-end processes.


• Manage external audit and key tax compliance requirements.


• Drive process improvements and contribute to finance strategy, policy and planning.


• Work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, providing insight and supporting effective decision-making.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance leader looking to take their management experience to the next level. Joining a prestigious and commercially minded organisation within the education sector, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact, develop your team and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the finance function.

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Associate Director of Financial Reporting