Head Of Finance

 Job Title: Head of Finance

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000

Location: Remote

JOB PURPOSE

As our client's Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and ensuring the fiscal health of the organisation. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead the finance team, oversee financial planning, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

The Head of Finance, will also encompass key responsibilities for managing the finance and HR departments, ensuring they operate efficiently, effectively, and in full alignment with statutory and sector-specific regulations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and results-driven professional to join a rapidly expanding training provider and make a tangible impact.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Strategy and Leadership:

• Develop and implement a robust financial strategy aligned with the company's growth objectives.
• Provide strategic financial advice to the leadership team, supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Prepare and present accurate management accounts to the Senior Leadership Team and Board.

Financial Planning and Budgeting:

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and targets, providing regular updates to stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to optimise cost efficiencies and increase revenue streams.

Regulatory Compliance and Audit:

• Ensure compliance with ESFA funding rules, Ofsted financial requirements, and other relevant regulations.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and oversee annual financial audits.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in financial legislation affecting the organisation.

Team Management:

• Lead, mentor and develop the Finance and HR teams, fostering a culture of high performance.
• Oversee training, performance reviews and development opportunities for staff.
• Drive collaboration between departments to achieve organisational goals.

Growth and Investment:

• Support strategic projects, including sector diversification and operational expansion.
• Evaluate investment opportunities, providing financial modelling and risk assessments.

QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Essential Experience:

• Proven track record as a Head of Finance or senior financial leader, ideally within the education and training sector.
• Hold a recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, ACA or CIMA).
• Strong experience with ESFA funding compliance and audits.
• Strategic financial planning and budgeting expertise.

Desirable:

• Background in the apprenticeship training or education sector.
• Experience supporting organisational growth and sector diversification.

Competencies and Values (Essential):

• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence at senior level.
• Results-driven, with a focus on meeting targets and driving continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility.
• Highly organised, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• Professional and approachable, fostering positive relationships across all levels.

Safeguarding (Essential):

• Demonstrates a commitment to the protection and safeguarding of all learners and staff.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and guidance relating to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
• Works collaboratively with relevant agencies to protect children and vulnerable adults.

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