Deputy Director of Finance

2 weeks ago


Canterbury Kent, United Kingdom Michael Page Full time

As Deputy Director of Finance you will support the FD and CFO, whilst overseeing a team of 3 direct reports and 30+ staff in total across Management Accounts, Strategic Planning and Financial Accounting.
Our agency exclusive client is a well known, globally recognised University based in Kent. As a result of this, they are now looking to grow the Finance Department to ensure that it is best in class, and help to secure the long term success of the institution for the benefit of students and staff.
As Deputy Director of Finance you will have a broad role. Reporting to the FD, you will be required to provide leadership to the Financial Planning and Strategy, Management Accounting and Financial Accounting teams, having 3 direct reports and a large cascaded team of over 30 in total.
Working towards achieving the Operating Plan, you will work closely with members of the Senior Financial Management Team and Operational functions across the organisation
Overseeing the production of financial plans, budgets and other financial information for management purposes alongside monitoring these and reporting on financial performance
Deputising for the Director of Finance when necessary, providing leadership and strategic direction, helping to ensure that the University remains financially sustainable whilst managing risks, achieving its financial strategy and acting in compliance while keeping senior stakeholders informed and satisfied.
Being a driving force in the strategic leadership, forward planning and day-to-day management of the Finance Department.
Supporting the development of financial strategies, to include financial planning, capital and revenue investment programme, associated companies and joint ventures to make a significant contribution to support the corporate objectives
Ensuring that the Executive Group and Council are aware of the financial implications of the proposed future direction and set out options for delivering the financial strategy of the University
Developing and maintaining the financial framework for the University, advising on financial sustainability concerns and investment capacity
Directing the production of annual financial statements and other financial data returns as required by legislation and by external bodies
As Deputy Director of Finance you should ideally have
A formal, UK recognised Accountacy Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
Experience in successfully managing a large team of high-performing financial professionals and other staff.
The confidence to delegate and empower colleagues with an open and consultative style of management
Very Generous holiday allowance: 30 days plus 5 days at Christmas and 8 Bank Holidays
Hybrid working options - likely 3 days per week on site
Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health
Retailer and wellbeing discounts via Edenred
On-site facilities
Employee Assistance Programme
Training and development opportunities at all levels
On-site parking
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