Head of Finance - Preston, United Kingdom - Simpson Judge

Simpson Judge
Simpson Judge
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Preston, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Head of Finance

Location - Preston
Salary - up to £54,000 DOE

Simpson Judge are working with an educational institution, with offices based in Preston.

The successful applicant will have proven experience of direct line management or team leadership, including coaching and development of team members.


Responsibilities include:

  • Ensure the provision of accurate and relevant financial information and reports necessary to ensure achievement
  • Ensure all financial policies, regulations and procedures operate efficiently and effectively, are adequately documented and updated.
  • Advise on the selection of accounting software and lead the implementation of new accounting systems.
  • Liaise with appropriate personnel from funding bodies, bankers, auditors, tax advisers, software houses, insurers, pension providers and other key suppliers
  • Carry out reviews of suppliers, procurement and tendering processes to ensure cost value for money and sustainable purchasing.
  • Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts, financial forecasts, annual accounts for audit, budgets and business plans.
  • Ensure the operation of effective balance sheet controls, timely completion of reconciliations and investigation and resolution of queries.
  • Ensure timely completion of ESFA financial returns
  • Be responsible for bids and project coordination, as appropriate and relevant to the College's Strategic Plan and corporate objectives.
  • Effectively lead, manage and develop the staff you line manage
  • Ensure staff you line manage are deployed effectively
  • Deploy the agreed HR Procedures in the management of staff.
  • Be responsible for Performance Management of those staff you directly line manage including their training, coaching and development.
  • Ensure Professional Development strategies are formulated and effectively implemented.
  • Manage budgets and capital plans effectively to achieve best value. Ensure that they are regularly monitored and relevant business plans are achieved in line with budgets.

Skills/ Experience:

  • CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified
  • Previous experience in a similar roles and/or a similar environment.
  • Knowledge of general accounting principles and experience in the preparation and interpretation of financial and management accounts
  • Ability to communicate financial issues to nonfinance staff effectively
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