This is an exciting opportunity to lead finance transformation across the Repton Group during a period of growth, integration and continuous improvement.
Reporting to the COO, the Head of Finance Transformation will be responsible for identifying, developing and delivering a programme of strategic finance projects that support the Group's operational, educational and financial objectives. Acting as the lead for finance change and continuous improvement, the postholder will work closely with the Head of Operational Finance and other senior stakeholders to ensure that systems, processes, controls and reporting capabilities are fit for purpose, scalable and aligned across the Group.
The role will lead finance-related projects from concept through to implementation, including acquisitions, mergers, system implementations, process redesign, automation initiatives and organisational change. The successful candidate will ensure that new schools are successfully integrated into Group systems and processes, whilst also driving improvements across existing operations.
The postholder will combine strong finance knowledge with excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills and will have a proven track record of delivering complex change programmes and measurable business improvements.
The role is primarily based at Repton; however, occasional travel to other UK schools within the Repton Group will be required.
Please submit your application online by 31st October 2026
Should you wish to complete an offline application form, or should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR team via HR@repton.org.uk.
Main Responsibilities: For a detailed description of duties and benefits, please view the Job Description
Finance Transformation Strategy
- Develop and maintain a Finance Transformation Strategy and roadmap aligned to the Group's strategic objectives.
- Identify, evaluate and prioritise transformation opportunities that deliver measurable operational, financial and organisational benefits.
Systems Development and Integration
- Lead the implementation, optimisation and development of finance systems and associated technologies.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, digitisation and better use of technology
Process Improvement
- Review existing finance processes and identify opportunities for improvement, simplification and standardisation.
- Design and implement scalable finance processes capable of supporting future growth.
Financial Control and Governance
- Support the development and implementation of an effective financial controls framework across the Group.
- Lead projects that strengthen governance, compliance and risk management processes.
School Integration and Growth
- Lead finance integration activities relating to mergers, acquisitions and new schools joining the Group.
- Manage the migration of schools onto Group finance systems and processes.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
- Work in partnership with the Head of Operational Finance to ensure transformation initiatives align with operational priorities and business needs.
- Collaborate with finance teams across the Group to identify opportunities for improvement, standardisation and efficiency.
Ideal Candidate: Essential
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Experience of leading finance projects, systems implementations, process improvements or organisational change initiatives.
- Experience of reviewing and improving finance processes, controls and reporting.
- Experience of delivering projects from planning through to implementation and successful adoption.
- Experience of working collaboratively with finance and operational colleagues to deliver change and continuous improvement.
- Strong understanding of finance systems, financial controls and management reporting.
- Experience of managing multiple priorities and delivering work to agreed deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience within the education, independent school, charity or not-for-profit sectors.
- Experience of school integrations, acquisitions, mergers or organisational change programmes.
- Experience of implementing finance systems, reporting tools or business intelligence solutions.
- Relevant project management or change management qualification.
Package Description: Location: Repton School, with occasional travel to Repton Prep and other UK Family of Schools
Contract: Permanent, year-round role
Hours: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
Occasional out of hours/evening/weekend work may be required
Benefits: Pension scheme
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