Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS)

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Head of Finance & Corporate Services to lead a finance team in the Civil Service. This role offers a unique opportunity for a qualified accountant to oversee high-level financial management and ensure robust financial controls. The successful candidate will engage with senior management and stakeholders, driving strategic financial planning and decision-making. If you possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of public sector finance, this position is a perfect fit for you. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will significantly impact the organization's financial health and governance.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with strong public sector experience required.
• Deep understanding of public sector finance and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and corporate services within ALB.
• Develop and monitor budgets for revenue and capital expenditure.

Skills

Public Sector Finance

Accountancy

Management Accountant

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Title: Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS), High Wycombe

Client: VANRATH

Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

• 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 is an excellent opportunity 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.

This position requires a deep understanding of public sector finance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively 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. Delivery and reporting to the Executive Team and Senior Management Team
4. Reviewing and approving Capital Projects & Business Cases
5. Managing Corporate Governance, Risk, HR, IT, & Procurement
6. Managing a team across multiple sectors

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with a recognized 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 for this role, please contact Robbie Lemon for a confidential chat or apply via the provided link. Full job specification available upon request.

Skills

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