Head of Finance

Michael Page (UK); Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Finance in Sefton. This role involves managing financial accounting, overseeing transactions, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong experience in budget management. Benefits include 28 days holiday, healthcare, and hybrid working opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday accrued to 33 plus bank holidays

20% employer pension contribution

Healthcare plan

Opportunity for personal growth

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and controls.
• Experience in budget management and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team promoting excellence and improvement.
• Oversee financial month-end and year-end processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Knowledge of accounting principles

Experience in budget management

Experience implementing new processes

Handling complex financial data

Job description

• Newly created role due to company growth
• Excellent benefits and progression opportunity

About Our Client

As the trust welcomes more schools, there's a greater focus on collaboration, resource-sharing, and driving educational excellence. This expansion enhances efficiency, fosters innovation, and strengthens support for both staff and students, shaping the future of education in the region.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks of the Head of Finance:

• Manage a small team fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and strong customer service.
• Financial Accounting: Oversee month-end and year-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, and fixed asset management.
• Oversee transactions processing ensure invoices are processed accurately and on time, manage supplier reconciliations, and oversee debt recovery procedures.
• Maintain internal controls & compliance ensuring compliance with the Trust and external regulations.
• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts, coordinate external and internal audits, and ensure timely submission of financial reports.
• Oversee investments in line with policy, and maintain accurate cash flow forecasting.
• Own the financial accounting and purchase order systems, ensuring data integrity and continuous improvements.

The Successful Applicant

Experience required as the Head of Finance:

• Qualified account (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, procedures and controls
• Experience in budget management and forecasting
• Demonstrable experience of implementing new processes and setting up new internal controls
• Handling complex financial data through accounting systems and Excel

What\'s on Offer

What\'s on offer:

• 28 days holiday accrued to 33 plus bank holidays
• 20% employer pension contribution
• Healthcare plan
• Opportunity for personal growth and development
• 36 hours per week flexible start and finish time
• Hybrid working