Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Finance & Corporate Services to lead their finance team in Bristol. This pivotal role demands a qualified accountant with extensive public sector experience, responsible for high-level financial management and strategic planning. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on financial governance and decision-making in a reputable organization. If you are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply today.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with public sector experience required.
• Strong knowledge of public sector accounting standards essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance team and ensure robust financial controls.
• Develop and monitor revenue and capital expenditure budgets.

Skills

Public Sector Finance

Accountancy

Management Accountant

Advanced Excel Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

Tools

Financial Modelling

Job description

Job Title:

Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS), Bristol

Client:

VANRATH

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

VANRATH is delighted to be working with a well-known NICS ALB in their recruitment of a Head of Finance & Corporate Services. This role is ideal for a Qualified Accountant with public sector experience to lead a finance team within the Civil Service. The successful candidate will provide high-level financial management, ensure robust financial controls, and support strategic financial planning and decision-making. Key responsibilities include:

1. Financial Reporting and Corporate Services within ALB
2. Developing and monitoring revenue and capital expenditure budgets
3. Delivering and reporting to the Executive and Senior Management Teams
4. Reviewing and approving Capital Projects & Business Cases
5. Managing Corporate Governance, Risk, HR, IT, & Procurement
6. Managing a team across multiple sectors

Full job specification available upon application.

Qualifications:

Qualified accountant with a recognised professional accounting body (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA). Strong knowledge of public sector accounting standards and financial regulations. Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modelling.

Salary:

Grade 7 NICS

Application Process:

For further information or to apply, please contact Robbie Lemon for a confidential chat today.

Skills:

Belfast Civil Service, Public Sector Finance, Accountancy, Management Accountant