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Head of Finance

Posted 2 days 13 hours ago by Morgan Hunt UK Limited

Permanent
Full Time
Public Sector Jobs
Essex, West Thurrock, United Kingdom, RM202
Job Description

Head of Finance

College

Essex

Permanent

£70,000 - £75,000

Hybrid, 2/3 days in the office

Full time, 37 hours p/week

Morgan Hunt are working with a College based in Essex who are looking at recruiting a Head of Finance. This is a permanent role paying up to £75k.

Key Responsibilities of the Head of Finance: Financial Management & Reporting
  • Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting, ensuring effective cost control.
  • Prepare financial statements, profit and loss reports, and balance sheets for senior management.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, audit requirements, and statutory reporting standards.
  • Monitor cash flow, expenditure, and financial risks, ensuring robust financial health.
  • Lead the preparation of year-end financial statements and liaise with auditors.
  • Manage financial systems and controls to enhance operational efficiency.
Procurement & Compliance
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies in line with public sector regulations.
  • Ensure statutory and financial obligations are met and value-for-money principles are upheld.
  • Lead tendering and contract negotiations to ensure effective supplier management.
  • Maintain adherence to GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and Freedom of Information Act 2000.
Leadership & Strategic Development
  • Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring high performance and professional development.
  • Work closely with senior management to align financial strategies with organisational goals.
  • Drive continuous improvements in financial services, governance, and control.
  • Provide expert financial advice to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
Previous Skills and Experience of the Head of Finance:
  • Must have Further or Higher Education experience OR audit experience having audited in the education sector.
  • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA, ICA) with significant experience in a similar role.
  • Production and review of financial reporting I.e. Monthly Management Accounts & Statutory financial statements.
  • Experience of multi-year cash flow management.
  • Experience of developing appropriate financial systems.
  • Experience of budget setting and 3-year financial planning at organisation and departmental level.
  • The successful candidate must hold an Enhanced DBS or be willing to undergo processing.
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