Head of Finance

Palatine Talent; England; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job description

10th April, 2025

Excellent Head of Finance opportunity with one of the North West's most established and high regarded further education institutes. Working in a highly collaborative team and reporting directly to the Principal, your remit will include:

• Providing effective management and leadership for the Finance Team - spanning financial analysis, management accounts, financial accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking and general ledger.
• Maintaining relationships with external stakeholders.
• Supporting budget holders with their budgetary control.
• Producing and presenting user-friendly financial reports tailored to meet the needs of budget holders and management.
• Advising senior leaders on key financial matters.
• Ongoing development of financial policies and procedures.
• Leading the budget-setting and financial forecasting processes.
• Monitoring spend against budget and supporting informed strategic decisions.
• Supporting year-end accounting and audit processes - complying with the FE/HE SORP.
• Timely and efficient preparation and submission of financial returns to the regulatory bodies.
• Ensuring any tax obligations are discharged correctly and effectively.

Applicants will be ACCA/ACA/CIPFA or CIMA professionals with prior experience in a similar profile senior finance role. Education sector experience is desirable but not essential. Remuneration includes £62,704 to £66,906 salary, an excellent pension 8.5%:16.9% Employee: Employer contribution, 30+ days holiday, 37 hr week, Flexitime and a degree of hybrid working. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and collaborative team in an education sector with excellent values. Contact us today for full details.