Head Of Finance

The successful candidate will enjoy considerable visibility, taking on wide-ranging responsibilities to support decision-making at the highest levels.

In particular, you will:

• Deliver monthly and quarterly financial reports.
• Lead the preparation of annual draft budget plan for presentation to the Executive Leadership Team.
• Co-ordinate internal and external audits.
• Ensure financial systems and processes are fit for purpose whilst championing continuous improvement.
• Develop a three-year financial plan alongside the Chief Finance Officer to realise their growth strategy and ensure our business model remains viable and scalable.
• Proactively review all services to make certain they are achieving best value, including the use of procurement consultants.
• Constantly monitor expenditure and income whilst actively controlling costs.
• Update financial processes to ensure they comply with evolving statutory guidelines.
• Liaise with VAT, ESFA, Charity Commission and company registration authorities as appropriate.
• Manage and mentor a small team to build capacity across the firm.

To be equal to the challenge, you will require:

• A formal accounting qualification (ACA, ACMA, CIMA) or equivalent professional experience.
• A proven track record in senior finance roles within large organisations, preferably within the education or charity sector.
• Demonstrable expertise in monitoring and analysing budgets and accounts.
• Real flair for shaping policy and strategy.
• Knowledge of producing reports for statutory bodies.
• The interpersonal and presentation skills to influence budget holders and business leaders.
• A creative yet methodical approach to everything you do.
• Excellent leadership skills and a deep commitment to ongoing professional development.

There is exceptional scope for career development within our fast-expanding client. In addition to a competitive salary, they offer a comprehensive package of benefits plus significant investment in your skills to help you gain additional qualifications and insights.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS POSITION PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV TO SONNY MEARS AT BROWNS RECRUITMENT GROUP AS DIRECTED.