Head of Finance

Head of Finance

12 months FTC

Hybrid/London

£70,000

Head of Finance required for a non-ministerial government department that provides specialist analysis, advice and assurance to other government departments and organisations.

This is an exciting time to join the organisation as they are setting out their strategy over the next five years, planning a transition to a new finance system, delivering efficiencies across the department and enhancing decision making. The Head of Finance will enjoy a mix of financial accounting, reporting and systems work.

Key areas of responsibility will include;

• Lead the Finance team through transition to a new finance system.
• Assure key business and system changes, working closely with colleagues across the department to ensure future changes align to relevant accounting standards, best practice and Government Functional Standards.
• Lead on financial accounting, including preparation of the annual report and accounts, audit exercises, operational financial activity e.g. cash flow management and act as the main contact to the NAO.
• Lead on external reporting to HM Treasury and Cabinet Office, e.g. Main and Supplementary Estimates, spending controls and transparency returns.
• Provision of expert technical financial advice - which can include sensitive and complex accounting and budgeting issues.
• Ensure robust stewardship of, and accounting for, public money, underpinned by effective planning and internal controls.
• Provide inspirational leadership and act as a deputy for the Director of Finance.

In order to be successful in the role, we are looking for a formally qualified accountant with significant experience gained in a similar role. This will be a blend of reporting, financial accounting with a keen interest in developing finance systems.

We are open to background and candidates from other sectors will be considered.

This is a 12 months FTC to cover a maternity.