Strategic Finance & Governance Leader

South Essex Colleges Group; Grays; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Grays seeks a Head of Financial Control to lead financial operations, ensuring integrity and compliance across all functions. The ideal candidate will oversee audits, financial reporting, and procurement while providing strategic advice to senior leaders. This pivotal role requires significant experience in financial management and a commitment to continuous improvement and governance.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Health and wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience producing statutory Financial Statements and regulatory compliance reporting.
• Strong experience of managing audits and leading relationships with external auditors.
• Proven experience overseeing payroll and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of financial control function.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial accounts.
• Manage preparation of statutory accounts.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Ethical standards

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

Relevant leadership or management qualification

Tools

Excel

Agresso

Job description

A prominent educational institution in Grays seeks a Head of Financial Control to lead financial operations, ensuring integrity and compliance across all functions. The ideal candidate will oversee audits, financial reporting, and procurement while providing strategic advice to senior leaders. This pivotal role requires significant experience in financial management and a commitment to continuous improvement and governance.