We are seeking to recruit a Group Head of Finance to work as part of NOCN's Group Finance team on a full-time permanent basis at our Sheffield Head office. NOCN Group’s Core Proposition: NOCN Group offers future-fit skills solutions in the areas where they are most needed: preparation for life & work; construction & the built environment; engineering, manufacturing & the green economy; health & social care; and education & management. We exist to advance skills globally to enable people to reach their potential and organisations to thrive for improved productivity, sustainability, social mobility, and inclusivity. A career at NOCN Group offers you the chance to be part of a fast-growing, international educational non-for-profit. Plus, there’s lots of other great benefits which can be viewed on our website at: https://www.nocn.org.uk/about/careers/why-join-nocn-group/benefits/ NOCN Group has been named amongst the Best Medium-sized Organisations in the UK as one of Sunday Times’ Best Places to Work 2024 list. Purpose and Objectives: Responsible for the operational delivery of the Group finance function for the UK and internationally. Responsible for overseeing effective delivery of accurate and timely Group Consolidated Financial Reporting to the Operational Management team, the Board and its committees. Responsible for the maintenance and development of the Group’s financial controls, policies, procedures and systems, to ensure that they are effective, proportionate and efficient. Act as the lead for the NOCN Group audit. Deputise for the Group Director on Finance related matters in their absence. About you The ideal successful candidate will need to meet the following must have criteria:- Accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with demonstrable post qualification experience or qualified by experience with a demonstrable experience at a senior management level. Experience of managing, motivating and developing finance staff. Significant experience in managing a finance function within a £10 million turnover business with group consolidation experience. Experience working on developing and leading finance systems project/change programmes. Experience managing external relationships and year-end audit process. Experience of developing and delivering clear and focused financial analysis and reports to multiple business levels. Can demonstrate ability/aptitude to deliver their role with limited direct supervision. Excellent Excel skills. Good general IT skills including the ability to proficiently use the Microsoft Office suite. Willingness to travel in the UK when required. Achievement of Core tasks through self-management. Leading, Coaching, and empowering people, teams and building teams. Useful to have criteria:- Educated to degree level. Post Graduate Management qualification. Experience of Sage 200. Experience in a B2B services business and/or a not-for-profit. Application Instructions: If this sounds like the job for you, please send your completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, CV and a covering letter, explaining why you are the best fit for the role, to: recruitmentnocn.org.uk Please specify the role that you are applying for in the subject header of the email. As a proud member of both Disability Confident and Inclusive Employers standard, we celebrate and recognise the benefits of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. As such, we welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and should you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate. Anticipated interview dates: 1st Stage Assessment Exercises/Tests on 15th January 2025, 2nd Stage Interviews on 21st January 2025. The full Job Description/Person Specification and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form can be downloaded from our website at: https://www.nocn.org.uk/about/careers/nocn-group-vacancies/group-head-of-finance/