Strategic Finance Leader

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom TfGM Full time

Are you a seasoned finance professional looking for a new challenge? Do you want to make a real impact on the transportation sector in Manchester? We're seeking a highly skilled Head of Finance to join our team at Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM).

About the Role

As our Head of Finance, you'll be responsible for leading our finance team and providing strategic financial guidance to support our business objectives. You'll work closely with our senior leadership team to develop and implement financial plans, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the full spectrum of finance activities, from budgeting and forecasting to financial reporting.
  • Drive financial planning to support operational excellence and long-term business strategy.
  • Partner with senior leadership colleagues to provide data-driven insights and recommendations.
  • Oversee financial risk management and ensure regulatory compliance across the transport sector.
  • Lead and continue to build the finance team to support and advise into TfGM's expanding range of activities.
  • Optimise financial processes to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness, driving continuous improvement.
About TfGM

TfGM plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of transport across Greater Manchester, influencing millions of daily journeys. Working here means directly contributing to the development of an integrated and sustainable transport network that transforms the region.

What We Offer
  • A competitive salary depending on skills and experience.
  • 28 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays).
  • Flexible and hybrid working options to promote and support a good work/life balance.
  • Free bus, rail or Metrolink travel to and from work within the Greater Manchester boundary.
  • Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme which includes life cover of 3x your salary and options to increase your pension contributions.
  • Commitment to learning and personal development and upskilling with reimbursement of professional fees, where essential to the role.
  • We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to staff via our employee assistance programme when required.
  • TfGM is proud to be an equal opportunities employer that encourages and celebrates diversity. We want to recruit and retain a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcome individuals from all backgrounds by committing to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.


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