Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS)

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; 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 a finance team within the Civil Service. This pivotal role requires a qualified accountant with public sector experience, responsible for high-level financial management, strategic planning, and decision-making. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a well-known organization, leading a multidisciplinary team and contributing to the overall governance and financial health of the organization.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with a recognized professional body.
• Strong knowledge of public sector accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management and ensure robust financial controls.
• Oversee Corporate Governance, Risk, HR, IT, & Procurement.

Skills

Public Sector Accounting Standards

Financial Modelling

Advanced Excel Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

Job description

Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS), Gloucester

Client: VANRATH

Location: Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

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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 be responsible for high-level financial management, ensuring robust financial controls, and supporting 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. Delivery and reporting to the Executive and Senior Management Teams
4. Reviewing and approving Capital Projects & Business Cases
5. Overseeing Corporate Governance, Risk, HR, IT, & Procurement
6. Managing a multidisciplinary team

Full Job Specification is 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 financial regulations
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modelling

Salary

Grade 7 NICS

Additional Information

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