Finance Manager

Opportunity for a qualified accountant to play a key role in managing the financial reporting, operations and financial governance within our rapidly expanding organisation. Reporting to the Head of Finance, and managing a small team, you will be responsible for: delivering timely and accurate financial and corporate performance information through a business partnering approach and budget management. contributing to the formulation of corporate and business plans, and budget formulation. leading and managing the production of the annual reports including liaising with a range of colleagues and wider stakeholders to ensure the appropriate disclosure and governance matters are fully complied with. preparing the cash flow forecast and providing guidance on the placement of short-term deposits. contributing to the development and implementation of financial policies and systems. Key requirements include: CCAB qualified Significant and demonstrable experience in a similar role with a track record of delivering continuous improvement Experience of leading and managing staff including ensuring high quality performance levels and staff development Experience of producing businesses cases, costing services and option appraisal Experience in business planning and risk management Experience of working with ERP/Financial Systems Understanding of the requirements of Managing Public Money, central government financial framework, accounting and reporting requirements is ideal, albeit not essential.