Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS)

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; 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, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior management. The successful candidate will manage financial reporting, oversee corporate governance, and support strategic financial planning. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-level financial management in a dynamic environment while ensuring robust financial controls and decision-making processes.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Financial Reporting and Corporate Services.
• Developing and monitoring revenue and capital expenditure budgets.
• Managing a multidisciplinary team and overseeing Corporate Governance.

Skills

Public Sector Finance

Accountancy

Management Accountant

Advanced Excel

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

Tools

Financial Modelling

Job description

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Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS), Peterborough

Client:

VANRATH

Location:

Peterborough, 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 is an excellent role for a Qualified Accountant with public sector experience to lead a finance team within the Civil Service. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing 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 effective communication with senior management and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Financial Reporting and Corporate Services within ALB
• Developing and monitoring revenue and capital expenditure budgets
• Delivery and reporting to the Executive Team and Senior Management Team
• Reviewing and approving Capital Projects & Business Cases
• Overseeing Corporate Governance, Risk, HR, IT, & Procurement
• Managing a multidisciplinary team

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 experience with financial modelling

Salary: Grade 7 NICS

For further information or to apply for this or other Accountancy & Finance roles in Belfast or Northern Ireland, contact Robbie Lemon for a confidential chat today.

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