Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS)

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Finance & Corporate Services in Chester. This pivotal role is tailored for a qualified accountant with public sector experience, tasked with leading a finance team and ensuring robust financial management. You will play a crucial role in strategic planning and decision-making, while overseeing financial reporting and corporate governance. If you possess strong analytical skills and excel in communication with senior management, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the civil service sector. Join a dynamic team and drive financial excellence in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in public sector finance.
• Strong analytical skills and effective communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and corporate services within ALB.
• Develop and monitor revenue and capital expenditure budgets.
• Manage corporate governance, risk, HR, IT, and procurement.

Skills

Public Sector Finance

Accountancy

Management Accountant

Advanced Excel Skills

Financial Modelling

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

Job description

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Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS), Chester

Client:

VANRATH

Location:

Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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. The position requires a strong understanding of public sector finance, analytical skills, and effective communication with senior management and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for 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 recognized professional body (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)
• Strong knowledge of public sector accounting standards and regulations
• Advanced Excel skills and financial modelling experience

Salary:

Grade 7 NICS

Additional Information:

For more details or to apply for this or other Accountancy & Finance roles in Belfast or Northern Ireland, contact Robbie Lemon for a confidential discussion.

Skills:

• Belfast Civil Service
• Public Sector Finance
• Accountancy
• Management Accountant
• Work abroad

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Created on 02/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom