Head of Finance

4 weeks ago

Wokingham, United Kingdom Optalis Full time
Optalis Ltd is a Local Authority Trading Company owned by and delivering Adult Social Care on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council (WBC) and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead (RBWM).

Head of Finance, Wokingham £65-75k Permanent Full Time

The Head of Finance works collaboratively with both councils to ensure that financial transparency, full compliance and reliable forward planning continue to underpin the existing strong relationships between all parties.

As part of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the Head of Finance provides high quality leadership for the Finance and Compliance aspects of the Company. With an operating budget of £25m pa our Provider Services team of 700 people deliver a broad range of adult social care services to more than 2,000 customers with a variety of needs in the community, in specialist accommodation and in their own homes.

WBC and RBWM have ambitious plans for Optalis and we are planning for growth as a provider of choice for both Councils.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer,the purpose of the role is to lead and manage the day-to-day operational Finance function by:
Working collaboratively with both councils to ensure that all stakeholders have confidence in the financial operations of the company.Ensuring that a high standard of financial processes and procedures is maintained, including all compliance and reporting matters.Providing pro-active financial advice, modelling and commercial support,with a focus on Optalis’ growth and transformation agendas.Managing the finance team of 5 people - with 2 direct reports.
Supporting the overall Optalis strategy of delivering services which represent best value and quality, in a way that supports our vision of fulfilling the potential of every customer, colleague and community with whom we work.

For more information and the full job details please contact Alison Reeves

Working for Optalis you will also receive a range of benefits, including:
A Perkbox rewards package offering discounts on cinema, shopping, health, travel and insurance25 days annual leave (pro rata) rising annually to a maximum of 30 days with 8 bank holidays, and an extra day off for your birthdayAn additional health and wellbeing dayA comprehensive paid training and development programmeExcellent career progression opportunities and supportAs a valued and integral member of the team you will have a voice in the service and forums to be heard and make a differenceSTAR awards - a reward scheme which recognises staff who have gone the extra mileA generous pension scheme
Optalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and customers. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

We anticipate this being a popular role and therefore reserve the right to close early should there be a large volume of applications. We would therefore advise not to wait until the closing date to submit your interest.

This role isexempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Adult Barred list.

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