Your Role as a Deputy Finance Manager
As the Deputy Finance Manager at HMP Northumberland, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Head of Business Management across all key aspects of financial management and control. You'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance department, ensuring the smooth running of business and prisoner financial activities while collaborating with various departments to support informed decision-making. This role offers the opportunity to directly contribute to the financial stability, growth, and compliance of the site while providing strategic support to senior management.
Your expertise will also be crucial in managing budgets, preparing forecasts, and delivering financial reports to the Senior Management Team. You'll work closely with the Industries team to maintain the customer order book, oversee invoicing processes, and support month-end financial activities. In addition, you'll lead and develop a team of finance administrators, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
If you thrive on making a tangible impact, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and are ready to step up into a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.
The Ideal Candidate
* Fully/Part qualified accountant, studying towards a recognised UK professional finance qualification (e.g., ACCA/ICAEW/CIMA)
* Demonstrable experience in financial management within a commercial environment
* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
* Strong analytical, strategic planning, and financial modelling skills
* Proven ability to prioritise, multitask, and work under pressure
* Experience in managing and developing a team
* Highly motivated, proactive, and able to work with limited supervision
* Knowledge of risk management principles and practices
* Previous experience within the custodial or facilities management sector
* Familiarity with financial processes in shared service environments
To be considered for an interview you must:
* provide evidence in your application that you meet the minimum criteria in the job description.
* meet all of the qualifications, skills or experience defined as essential.
Location: HMP Northumberland, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9XG, United Kingdom
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