Head of Finance

Head of Finance | Public Sector | Permanent | Lancashire

Castlefield Recruitment are working with a reputable Public Sector client based in Lancashire in order to recruit a Head of Finance initially on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation that is central to its community.

Role:
In your role as Head of Finance you will lead the finance team and be heavily involved in day-to-day, hands-on running of the finance function.
 

Duties will include:

• Leading and managing the Finance team including allocation, monitoring and review of work, carrying out appraisals, training and personal development, resource planning and running regular team meetings 
• Preparing monthly management accounts and forecasts (including Income & Expenditure, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow statements) with supporting commentary, and KPIs 
• Ensuring Financial Regulations and Procedures are adhered to and are updated on a regular basis
• Ensuring that effective budgetary controls are in place and that budget holders and management receive regular and timely reports on performance against budgets 
• Providing strategic leadership to ensure the organisation meets its corporate objectives

The successful candidate:

• Will be fully qualified (CIMA/ACA/ACCA/CIPFA, or equivalent)
• Have experience within the Public Sector
• Have a proven leadership approach

To apply for this vacancy, please use the link provided. For more information on this opportunity, please contact Matthew Swindell or Paul Bamford at Castlefield Recruitment