Head of Finance

2 months ago


Farnborough, United Kingdom Dovetail and Slate Ltd Full time

Head of Finance

  • Reports to: Director of Finance
  • Location: Farnborough
  • Salary: up to £60k
  • Type: 37 hours per week

Dovetail and Slate are recruiting on behalf of a leading education provider based in Farnborough.

Role Purpose

  • Lead the Finance team to maintain adequate financial controls and provide timely, accurate financial and management information per accounting practices and legal requirements.

Main Duties

  • Lead and manage the Finance Department to ensure an efficient support team.
  • Prepare financial reports, monthly management accounts, and statutory accounts for review by the Director of Finance and Senior Management.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial regulations while developing efficient systems to minimize waste and enhance customer service.
  • Provide regular, timely online monitoring reports to budget holders and assist with interpretation as needed.
  • Manage the budgeting process, implement budgetary controls, and handle day-to-day treasury management.
  • Produce necessary returns for governmental and funding bodies.
  • Oversee all Finance Department functions, including ledgers, supplier payments, banking, student finance, and payroll checks.
  • Develop, implement, and review financial, accounting, and budgetary aspects with the Director of Finance, ensuring strong financial health.
  • Manage the financial system (currently Symmetry Financials) and ensure staff are trained.
  • Handle taxation issues, including VAT and statutory payroll returns.
  • Perform duties required by an Operational Manager and other assigned tasks.

Requirements

  • 'O'/GCSE and 'A' levels including Maths and English
  • Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA)
  • 3-5 years post qualifying experience
  • Excellent technical accounting and management skills.
  • Practical knowledge of computerised accounting systems and ability to use Excel to a very high standard.
  • Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and achieve deadlines.
  • Able to pass a DBS check
  • No previous convictions

If this role is of interest, please apply to this advert with your CV.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.


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