Head of Finance

Walsall Temporary £300 - £330 per day View Job Description
This role reports into the Director of Finance, the successful individual will be responsible for the financial integrity of the organisation through the delivery of business planning, financial control, and managing the finance team.
  • Interim for 6-9 months
  • Involvement with driving some critical projects

About Our Client

Operating within the not-for-profit sector, our client is a respected educational institution based in Walsall. With a substantial workforce of dedicated professionals, they have a significant impact on the local community, providing high-quality education and training.

Job Description

  • Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and accounting.
  • Develop and implement financial strategies to support organisational objectives.
  • Ensure financial compliance and governance with relevant regulations.
  • Lead, manage and develop the finance team.
  • Provide financial reports and insights to the board and senior management team.
  • Manage relationships with external auditors and financial institutions.
  • Review and enhance financial policies and procedures as required.
  • Participate in strategic planning at the senior management level.
  • Manage capital projects

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Finance should have:

  • A recognised accounting qualification.
  • Proven experience in leading a finance team within the public sector
  • Strong knowledge of financial compliance and governance requirements.
  • Excellent strategic planning and financial management skills.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.

What's on Offer

  • £300 - £330 a day
  • Hybrid working - 1 day a week in the office



Contact
Jane Bagni
Quote job ref
JN-072024-6472304
Phone number
+44 121 634 6931

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Walsall
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Jane Bagni
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6931
Job reference
JN-072024-6472304