Interim Head of Finance

Hays Accountancy and Finance; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations during a transformative period. This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, and reporting while providing insights to senior management. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with strong leadership skills and experience in the public sector. This position offers a hybrid working pattern and a temporary contract with potential for extension, making it a great opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• CIPFA/CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified accountant with strong leadership skills.
• Previous experience in the public sector is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations and strategic financial planning.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor financial performance.

Skills

CIPFA

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Team Leadership

Education

CIPFA/CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualification

Job description

Your new company
Large public services organisation in Liverpool undergoing a period of change and transformation

Your new role
The Head of Finance is responsible for overseeing all financial operations within the organisation. This role involves strategic financial planning, budgeting, financial reporting, and team leadership. Duties include:

• Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and plans aligned with the organisation's goals.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, working with department heads to develop and review budgets.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, analysing variances and trends.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and reports in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Present financial performance, forecasts, and recommendations to senior management.

What you'll need to succeed
CIPFA/CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified accountant with strong team leadership skills and previous experience working in the public sector. Available to start immediately, or at short notice.

What you'll get in return
3-6 month temporary contract with potential for an extension. Hybrid working pattern

What you need to do now
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