Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS)

JR United Kingdom; Stockport; 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 role is perfect for a qualified accountant with public sector experience, offering the opportunity to provide high-level financial management and support strategic financial planning. The successful candidate will manage financial reporting, oversee corporate governance, and lead a multi-sector team. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly contribute to effective decision-making and robust financial controls.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Public Sector Finance

Accountancy

Management Accountant

Advanced Excel Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

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Head of Finance & Corporate Services (NICS), Stockport

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Client:

VANRATH

Location:

Stockport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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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:

• Managing Financial Reporting and Corporate Services within ALB
• Developing and monitoring revenue and capital expenditure budgets
• Delivering and reporting to the Executive and Senior Management Teams
• Reviewing and approving Capital Projects & Business Cases
• Overseeing Corporate Governance, Risk, HR, IT, & Procurement
• Managing a multi-sector 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 financial regulations
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modelling

Salary:

Grade 7 NICS

For further information on this role or other Accountancy & Finance positions in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Robbie Lemon for a confidential chat today.

Skills:

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