Financial Governance Specialist

4 weeks ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Jumar group Full time
Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Financial Governance Specialist to support the Cost Management Lead in overseeing the financial governance and cost management of our Estates Services. This role is critical to ensuring that costs are accurately managed, reported, and controlled, while also providing key financial insights to various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Cost Management and Reporting: Ensure robust governance of Estates Services costs, working closely with the Finance Business Partner on budgeting, forecasting, and providing accurate financial data to stakeholders.
  2. Payment Processing: Manage the end-to-end payment process for supply chain members, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and timely payments.
  3. Team Leadership: Lead and manage a team of Cost Managers and Assistants, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
  4. Financial Oversight: Manage the Purchase to Pay process, ensuring proper allocation of funds and compliance with financial policies and procedures.
  5. Contract Management: Collaborate with Estates Teams to manage and control contract spending, ensuring value for money and adherence to contractual terms.
  6. Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvements in cost management processes and financial reporting to support strategic decision-making.
Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing the end-to-end Purchase to Pay process, including payment facilitation, compliance, and stakeholder engagement. They will also have advanced skills in data analysis and interpretation, particularly with Excel, to inform key decisions.

Leadership Attributes:
  1. Deliver high-quality results within deadlines, both personally and through teams.
  2. Lead by example during periods of change, promoting a positive approach to finding solutions.
  3. Encourage continuous learning and development within your team to improve performance and address skills gaps.
  4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement improvements in processes and governance.


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