Head of Finance

Page Personnel; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organisation is seeking a Finance Leader to oversee finance and commercial functions, ensuring compliance with regulations. The role involves developing financial strategies, managing budgets, and supporting decision-making with insights. Candidates should have proven expertise in public sector finance and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of £70,000 to £73,121 per annum, along with hybrid working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days of annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Annual leave increasing with service

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in accounting and finance within the public sector.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in developing and implementing financial strategies.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance and commercial functions, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Develop and oversee financial strategies to support organisational goals.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting processes.
• Support commercial decision‑making with accurate financial insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise financial performance.
• Ensure efficient procurement processes and supplier relationships.
• Develop and implement policies to enhance financial controls and governance.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the finance and commercial teams.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Financial systems

Reporting tools

Job description

• Exceptional leadership opportunity within a rewarding organisation
• Hybrid working model with great benefits

About Our Client

This is a public sector organisation committed to delivering excellent services and maintaining high standards. They are a mid‑sized entity known for their impactful work and dedication to their mission.

Job Description

• Lead the finance and commercial functions, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Develop and oversee financial strategies to support organisational goals.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting processes.
• Support commercial decision‑making with accurate financial insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise financial performance.
• Ensure efficient procurement processes and supplier relationships.
• Develop and implement policies to enhance financial controls and governance.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the finance and commercial teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven expertise in accounting and finance within the public sector.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in developing and implementing financial strategies.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £73,121 per annum.
• Hybrid working arrangements for flexibility and work‑life balance.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays.
• Recognition as a TIDE award‑winning organisation.
• A comprehensive pension scheme and life insurance.
• Employee recognition scheme to celebrate your achievements.

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the public sector. If you are ready to take on this exciting role in accounting and finance, apply today!