Head of Finance - 12 month FTC
Your new company
A Government Department is seeking a Head of Finance to join them for a 12-month FTC, starting ASAP. Based in Canary Wharf, they offer hybrid working with an expectation of 60% in office. This department provides advice to other government departments and public sector organisations both in the UK and globally.
Your new role
The Head of Finance role is within a small finance team and the post-holder will therefore have a broad remit. Main responsibilities will include:
* Lead the Finance team through the transition to a new finance system
* Ensure future business and system changes align to relevant accounting standards, best practice and Government Functional Standards
* Lead on financial accounting, preparation of the annual report and accounts and audit exercises
* Lead on external reporting to HM Treasury and the Cabinet Office, eg Main and Supplementary Estimates, spending controls and transparency returns
* Provide expert technical financial advice - complex accounting and budgeting issues
What you'll need to succeed
* Full CCAB (or equivalent) qualification
* Right to work in the UK
* You will be immediately available or available with no more than 1 month's notice.
* Demonstrable experience of financial accounting and reporting, ideally within the Civil Service or public sector
* Experience of leading a team through a finance system implementation
What you'll get in return
* Salary c£70,000 (£64,000 - £77,000)
* Civil Service pension
* Hybrid working: 60% in Canary Wharf office
* 25 days annual leave
* Flexible working
* Family-friendly policies
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV in Word. #J-18808-Ljbffr