Public Sector Head of Finance & Governance - Hybrid

Michael Page; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable public sector organization in the UK seeks a Head of Finance to manage financial reporting, budgeting, and planning. This role requires a Qualified Accountant with strong leadership skills in a finance and procurement environment. The successful candidate will oversee compliance with statutory financial responsibilities and contribute to the preparation of the Annual Report and Accounts. The position offers a salary range of £55,000 to £62,000 and operates on a hybrid working model, requiring occasional office attendance.

Benefits

Civil service pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong technical finance skills and experience producing statutory accounts.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing finance and procurement teams.
• Understanding of compliance with statutory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance, planning and governance team for financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with financial systems and processes.
• Oversee budgeting and financial planning processes.
• Provide technical financial advice and manage public money principles.

Skills

Technical financial accounting

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

A reputable public sector organization in the UK seeks a Head of Finance to manage financial reporting, budgeting, and planning. This role requires a Qualified Accountant with strong leadership skills in a finance and procurement environment. The successful candidate will oversee compliance with statutory financial responsibilities and contribute to the preparation of the Annual Report and Accounts. The position offers a salary range of £55,000 to £62,000 and operates on a hybrid working model, requiring occasional office attendance.