Head Of Finance

Company Details and Job Overview:
A high performing organisation within the Education sector have significant expansion planned over the next 2 years and are looking to appoint a new Head of Finance. Aiming for excellence, employees at all levels form part of an inclusive and friendly working culture working alongside a fantastic group of committed leaders and staff who share common goals and practices.
This newly created position has been created due to growth, and sits as number 2 in finance, leading a small team of Finance staff, reporting to an experienced and engaging CFO.
Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:
• Competitive starting salary
• 26 days annual leave entitlement + bank holidays which increases with length of service up to 31 days + bank holidays
• 37 hour working week with flexibility on working hours
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free parking on site
• Wellbeing package inclusive of GP referrals, employee assistance and counselling
Your New Role as Head of Finance:
As Head of Finance, specific responsibilities will include:
• Lead a team of 3 finance staff, being responsible for any training and development
• Work closely with the leadership team to develop budgets and financial plans
• Prepare financial reports including monthly management accounts
• Assist the CFO in the preparation of annual financial statements and external statutory returns
• Assist in the preparation of strategic plans and long-term financial forecasts
• Provide analysis of financial data, identifying any trends to present to senior management
• Management of cash flow
• Review the integrity of income and expenditure postings ensuring accruals, prepayments, accrued/deferred income adjustments are accurate
• Continual involvement in enhancing existing systems and processes
• Being a key player in various ad hoc projects
Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:
The successful candidate will be technically strong and fully qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ACA, proven in a similar level finance role. Strong communication skills are imperative as you will be required to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders within the organisation. Staff management experience is also required along with the ability to influence and drive positive change within a finance function. Whilst a background within the Education sector is not essential, you will have the capability to quickly pick up new processes and principles.
This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.
Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of Finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.