Contract - Director of Finance, NSE Finance

Job Title: Director of Finance, NSE Finance(Contract)

London Hybrid:The number of days in the office is TBC

Target Start Date:15 September 2025

Contract duration: 6 months (potential to extend)

Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)

Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.

About the Project

We are seeking an experiencedFinance Directorand impactful leader to join the NSE Finance Leadership team. Reporting directly to the NSE CFO, you will lead a high-performing multi-geography team to deliver NSE Finance Business Partnering, NSE Financial Planning and Accounting and Financial Controls. The NSE Finance team plays a pivotal role enabling Deloitte's strategy and transformation agenda. The NSE Finance Director has a key role in developing the NSE Finance function, contributing to the firm's strategic direction by providing expert financial advice and guidance.

• A chartered accountant qualification (ACA, CA, or equivalent) with relevant senior-level accountancy experience
• Expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, reporting and compliance with a strong grasp of relevant accounting principles and regulations
• Experience of leading and developing high-performing finance teams, fostering an inclusive team culture and driving collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Strong communication, influencing and interpersonal skills with stakeholders across all levels of an organisation with an ability to provide clear and insightful financial guidance to support strategic decision-making
• Strategic thinking skills, allowing you to anticipate and navigate complex challenges, identify and capitalise on emerging opportunities, and contribute significantly to the firm's overall growth and success
• You are a proactive and results-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering financial excellence
• Prior experience of working in a professional services organisation in a multi-geography environment and leading diverse teams

Develops and maintains all necessary systems, policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient financial management

Supporting the NSE CFO to develop accounting solutions for NSE Businesses and Functions as they transform and integrated cross-border

Overseeing the development and execution of the annual operating budget, ensuring accurate and timely management reporting and statutory reporting

Provides financial advice and guidance to senior stakeholders across NSE businesses and manage relationships with Global (DTTL) Finance teams

Responsible for compliance monitoring, including regular reporting to the Audit and Risk Committee, capital and liquidity and ensuring compliance with Global (DTTL) Finance Standards

Manages the NSE Finance cost sharing mechanisms to ensure effective spend, collaborating with the NSE COO team to monitor, challenge and report on spend

Responsibility for NSE accounting policies and Chart of Accounts design

IR35

As a means of managing tax, commercial and reputational risks, Deloitte prohibits the use of Associates through Personal Service Companies ('PSCs'). All Associates must contract under PAYE arrangements through a Deloitte approved 'Employment Company' (aka 'umbrella company.')