This client is looking for some interim cover whilst a successful appointment is made for the permanent position. This role is one that will require someone to lead the finance team through some exciting change and transformation projects whilst keep a close eye on the day to day financial control & operational reporting. It is envisaged that this interim cover will be required for a minimum term of 3 months.
Head of Finance - Benefits
- 32 days holiday
- Outstanding private pension scheme
- On site gym
- Employee Assistance programme
- Free parking
Head of Finance - About The Role
- The position will be leading the finance team, reporting into the Finance Director to ensure robust financial controls are adequate. In addition to compiling the month-end reporting pack for the leadership team.
- Prepare the month-end reports to be presented to the Finance Director in readiness for the leadership team meetings.
- Working as a business partner to the budget holders, ensuring accountability surrounding the variance results.
- Manage and lead the budget process and implementing controls as required.
- Preparation of the statutory accounts for all subsidiary companies, working with the auditors (internal and external).
- Oversee the transactional finance including purchase ledger, sales ledger and treasury functions.
- Responsible for VAT and statutory returns are completed
You will play a key role in the infrastructure development including reporting and processing. This position would suit someone that is looking to take a step up facilitating a No 2 position or someone that is already working at a similar level. The role offers a suitable combination of reporting, operational and strategic involvement into this client. You will be working within a collaborative working environment.
The successful Head of Finance will have/be:
- A formal qualification in finance with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience
- Experience of working within public sector or education would be highly desirable
- Excel knowledge to an advanced level
Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
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