Director of Finance
Location
Thurrock College
Salary
£83,000 per annum
Director of Finance Role Specfication
We’re looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee finance, procurement and payroll across the College Group. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you’ll lead the finance team and provide clear financial advice to senior leaders and governors.
Job overview:
You’ll oversee budgeting, financial planning, cash flow, statutory reporting and audits. You’ll also lead procurement, strengthen financial controls and help the College achieve value for money. You’ll need a recognised professional accountancy qualification and at least five years’ experience in a similar role, with a strong track record in financial reporting, budgeting and team leadership. Experience in education is desirable. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Key responsibilities:
- Strategic Financial Leadership:
- Financial Strategy and Sustainability
- Financial Planning and Performance
- Financial Reporting and Governance
- Strategic Advice and Business Partnering
About you
- A professionally recognised qualification in accountancy (e.g. CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA, ICA)
- A Management Qualification is desirable
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role is essential
- Experience of production and review of financial reporting I.e. Monthly Management Accounts & Statutory financial statements
- Experience of multiyear Cash flow management
Benefits include
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Continued Professional Development
- Free breakfast at most campuses (term time)
- Free parking subject to obtaining a parking permit
- Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more.
- Work from home on Friday