About the role This is a pivotal role with a great deal of autonomy. We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager who is interested in securing a long-term career opportunity in our rapidly growing and expanding organisation. What you will be doing: Providing key financial data and insights, partnering the Senior FBP for C&G Training Identifying and reporting on KPI metrics that underpin business performance Managing and developing the TS4U Finance team Managing the day-to-day running of the Finance function Providing oversight and management of major sales contracts Owning the month end close process (including monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations) and management accounting outputs (Group reports, local cost centre reports, insightful commentary) Annual budgeting, re-forecasting and monthly Trading review data collation Managing the external auditing process Managing the Bids and Tenders process from the Finance perspective, providing detailed analysis and pricing recommendations, where required Liaising with 3rd parties - customers, professional services (including lawyers, auditors) Consolidation of management accounts for submission to Group Overseeing the transition from SAGE 200 to SAP R3 from the TS4U perspective Overseeing HMRC requirements - including VAT return, P11d etc About you We are looking for; A good sense of commercial acumen Experience of contract management Experience of leading and mentoring high performing Finance teams A proven track record of communicating and challenging senior leaders Advanced Excel skills and Diligent attention to detail Highly numerate with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate reporting/presentations on time Extensive knowledge of profit and loss accounting and the accounting treatments for financial transactions Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Experience in using accounting systems and planning tools - we use Sage 200 in the local business, but are currently transitioning to SAP R3 and OneStream for planning across the C&G Group Our Story And Mission Our vision is for a world in which everyone has the skills and opportunities to succeed. We support almost five million people each year to develop skills that help them into a job, develop on that job and to prepare for their next job. As a charity, we're proud that everything we do is focused on achieving this purpose. Through our assessment and credentialing, corporate learning and technical training offers, we partner with our customers to deliver work-based learning programmes that build competency to support better prospects for people, organisations and wider society. We create flexible learning pathways that support lifelong employability, because we believe that people deserve the opportunity to (re)train and (re)learn again and again - gaining new skills at every stage of life, regardless of where they start. At the heart of our business sits the City & Guilds Foundation which amplifies our purpose by helping to remove barriers to getting into a job, celebrating best practice on the job, and advocating for jobs of the future. We were founded in 1878 by the City of London and the trade guilds of the time, to help people, organisations and economies to develop their skills for growth. Our rich experience means we're uniquely positioned to understand the future of work and learning. And we continually evolve to develop and deliver skills for the workplace of the future. Today, as well as qualifications and assessment, we offer digital credentialing, eLearning technologies, executive leadership development, technical training and consultancy. Our success is driven by the people we work with. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer an equal opportunity to all our staff and we value diversity within our inclusive culture. We recognise that a diverse workforce is the only way we will achieve our ambitious business goals, so we work hard to be flexible to accommodate everyone. What we offer Competitive salary, based on experience Hybrid working model 25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown and bank holidays Opportunities for personal development and career progression Friendly workplace culture Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Wellbeing and mindfulness app Wisdom Later life planning "Care Concierge" and Bereavement support Coaching (rapid coaching, 1-2-1 coaching, peer coaching, strength coaching) Enhanced pension Additional free volunteering days Safeguarding Statement Trade Skills 4U is committed to the safe recruitment, selection and vetting of all staff, including the checking of application forms and the obtaining of references. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate checks, including (depending on the role) an enhanced DBS disclosure as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK. For roles undertaking regulated activity this will include not being able to accept applications from candidates who are barred from working with children. Next Steps and how to apply If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and complete our short application form using the apply button. We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please can you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
About the role This is a pivotal role with a great deal of autonomy. We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager who is interested in securing a long-term career opportunity in our rapidly growing and expanding organisation. What you will be doing: Providing key financial data and insights, partnering the Senior FBP for C&G Training Identifying and reporting on KPI metrics that underpin business performance Managing and developing the TS4U Finance team Managing the day-to-day running of the Finance function Providing oversight and management of major sales contracts Owning the month end close process (including monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations) and management accounting outputs (Group reports, local cost centre reports, insightful commentary) Annual budgeting, re-forecasting and monthly Trading review data collation Managing the external auditing process Managing the Bids and Tenders process from the Finance perspective, providing detailed analysis and pricing recommendations, where required Liaising with 3rd parties - customers, professional services (including lawyers, auditors) Consolidation of management accounts for submission to Group Overseeing the transition from SAGE 200 to SAP R3 from the TS4U perspective Overseeing HMRC requirements - including VAT return, P11d etc About you We are looking for; A good sense of commercial acumen Experience of contract management Experience of leading and mentoring high performing Finance teams A proven track record of communicating and challenging senior leaders Advanced Excel skills and Diligent attention to detail Highly numerate with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate reporting/presentations on time Extensive knowledge of profit and loss accounting and the accounting treatments for financial transactions Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Experience in using accounting systems and planning tools - we use Sage 200 in the local business, but are currently transitioning to SAP R3 and OneStream for planning across the C&G Group Our Story And Mission Our vision is for a world in which everyone has the skills and opportunities to succeed. We support almost five million people each year to develop skills that help them into a job, develop on that job and to prepare for their next job. As a charity, we're proud that everything we do is focused on achieving this purpose. Through our assessment and credentialing, corporate learning and technical training offers, we partner with our customers to deliver work-based learning programmes that build competency to support better prospects for people, organisations and wider society. We create flexible learning pathways that support lifelong employability, because we believe that people deserve the opportunity to (re)train and (re)learn again and again - gaining new skills at every stage of life, regardless of where they start. At the heart of our business sits the City & Guilds Foundation which amplifies our purpose by helping to remove barriers to getting into a job, celebrating best practice on the job, and advocating for jobs of the future. We were founded in 1878 by the City of London and the trade guilds of the time, to help people, organisations and economies to develop their skills for growth. Our rich experience means we're uniquely positioned to understand the future of work and learning. And we continually evolve to develop and deliver skills for the workplace of the future. Today, as well as qualifications and assessment, we offer digital credentialing, eLearning technologies, executive leadership development, technical training and consultancy. Our success is driven by the people we work with. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer an equal opportunity to all our staff and we value diversity within our inclusive culture. We recognise that a diverse workforce is the only way we will achieve our ambitious business goals, so we work hard to be flexible to accommodate everyone. What we offer Competitive salary, based on experience Hybrid working model 25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown and bank holidays Opportunities for personal development and career progression Friendly workplace culture Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Wellbeing and mindfulness app Wisdom Later life planning "Care Concierge" and Bereavement support Coaching (rapid coaching, 1-2-1 coaching, peer coaching, strength coaching) Enhanced pension Additional free volunteering days Safeguarding Statement Trade Skills 4U is committed to the safe recruitment, selection and vetting of all staff, including the checking of application forms and the obtaining of references. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate checks, including (depending on the role) an enhanced DBS disclosure as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK. For roles undertaking regulated activity this will include not being able to accept applications from candidates who are barred from working with children. Next Steps and how to apply If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and complete our short application form using the apply button. We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please can you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Michael Page are exclusively working on recruiting for a number of vacancies at businesses across Lancashire. To find out more click apply! Client Details Michael Page are exclusively working on recruiting for a number of vacancies at businesses across Lancashire. To find out more click apply! Description Senior Accountant - largely management accounts focused, working with FP&A team, looking at cost savings. Working with a strong team looking over m/e and reporting for the whole group, y/e, financial planning and analysis, budget v performance, B/L reconciliations, supporting internal and external audit functions. Finance Business Partner - a commercial role involving cost analysis, reporting & planning for the group. Working with the commercial team to build relationships across the business areas to become a trusted business partner. Financial Planning and Analysis role - an analytic role where the successful candidate will take a hands on look at forecasting and planning. Successful candidate will be strong on excel. Management Accountant - business partnering with various areas of the business, ownership of m/e process and monthly management reporting packs. Profile Successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) who is dynamic and driven. Job Offer £40-55k salary Hybrid working 2-3 days per week in the office Excellent opportunities for career progression and the opportunity to grow with the company
Dec 18, 2022
Full time
Michael Page are exclusively working on recruiting for a number of vacancies at businesses across Lancashire. To find out more click apply! Client Details Michael Page are exclusively working on recruiting for a number of vacancies at businesses across Lancashire. To find out more click apply! Description Senior Accountant - largely management accounts focused, working with FP&A team, looking at cost savings. Working with a strong team looking over m/e and reporting for the whole group, y/e, financial planning and analysis, budget v performance, B/L reconciliations, supporting internal and external audit functions. Finance Business Partner - a commercial role involving cost analysis, reporting & planning for the group. Working with the commercial team to build relationships across the business areas to become a trusted business partner. Financial Planning and Analysis role - an analytic role where the successful candidate will take a hands on look at forecasting and planning. Successful candidate will be strong on excel. Management Accountant - business partnering with various areas of the business, ownership of m/e process and monthly management reporting packs. Profile Successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) who is dynamic and driven. Job Offer £40-55k salary Hybrid working 2-3 days per week in the office Excellent opportunities for career progression and the opportunity to grow with the company
Role: Assistant Management Accountant - SC Cleared Location : Hybrid - London, (2 days per week on site) IR35: Inside Rate: £350/day (Umbrella) Duration: Until 31/3/23 initially Security Clearance: Active SC essential Minimum Requirement: Standard management accounting role Government experience essential - gov budgeting and finances experience Day to day spend management and management accounts forecasting/budgeting Desirable to be studying/part- qualified Active SC clearance Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing insight to the Business, Finance Leadership Team, and wider Finance teams Producing standardised reports/dashboards for monthly financial reviews and ABC screenings, along with supplementary information to the FBP and FLT as appropriate. Although team members may support specific Business area(s), all team members will be expected to be flexible and cover Business areas as required. Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of transactions on financial systems, with effective controls and checks in place. Ensuring all required information is provided, outputs are accurate, timely and meet the expected standards for: Month end activities, ensuring you and your team complete utilising the correct accounting entries completed in compliance with relevant internal and wider government policy and a robust audit trail maintained. Monitoring, and where appropriate approving invoices, engaging with commercial and suppliers when required to resolve issues. Reviewing and undertaking the input of budget profiles into corporate reporting systems, forming the baseline for future progress measurement. Corporate system input is consistently achieved for your business area(s) for all aspects of ABC and IYM. Utilising standardised templates/forms for recurring requests, advising what information is required and enabling efficient review, ensuring this aligns to the required policy where applicable. Undertaking financial approvals of low value items, such as working functions, training, and professional subscriptions, supporting your team as required. Ensuring compliance with the relevant processes and policies and that an appropriate procurement route is utilised Engaging with the Business where evidence for manual accruals is insufficient and flagging issues, by exception, to the appropriate Finance Business Partner All misbookings are to be corrected at source, removing any need for future manual intervention. Engaging with Project and Commercial staff to resolve any issues and work towards a right first-time input. Reviewing the Chart of Accounts, ensuring the structure remains current and consistent, verifying new requirements as legitimate. Undertaking and managing the maintenance of corporate systems access for all Finance Staff. Dedicating time to sharing best practice and ideas for refining standardised processes and procedures. Seeking feedback on the services provided, and continuously strive to improve the service provision. Supporting the solutions to issues highlighted during internal or external audit, ensuring that you understand the guidance provided to promote embedding the lesson(s) learnt. Fulfilling your area of responsibility Management of team members, motivating and coaching to enable effective delivery. Supporting individual's personal development and careers, ensuring you and the team make time to develop themselves and their peers. Being open to challenge and new ideas, sharing of knowledge and experience, encouraging others through building a supportive team environment Ensuring you and the team are getting the basics right at the first attempt. Supporting development and embedding the use of standardised processes to deliver a consistent output to customers. Working within set parameters, dealing with, and taking decisions on day-to-day issues. Referring to senior staff or SMEs on matters of policy or novel, complex issues. Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources.
Dec 14, 2022
Contractor
Role: Assistant Management Accountant - SC Cleared Location : Hybrid - London, (2 days per week on site) IR35: Inside Rate: £350/day (Umbrella) Duration: Until 31/3/23 initially Security Clearance: Active SC essential Minimum Requirement: Standard management accounting role Government experience essential - gov budgeting and finances experience Day to day spend management and management accounts forecasting/budgeting Desirable to be studying/part- qualified Active SC clearance Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing insight to the Business, Finance Leadership Team, and wider Finance teams Producing standardised reports/dashboards for monthly financial reviews and ABC screenings, along with supplementary information to the FBP and FLT as appropriate. Although team members may support specific Business area(s), all team members will be expected to be flexible and cover Business areas as required. Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of transactions on financial systems, with effective controls and checks in place. Ensuring all required information is provided, outputs are accurate, timely and meet the expected standards for: Month end activities, ensuring you and your team complete utilising the correct accounting entries completed in compliance with relevant internal and wider government policy and a robust audit trail maintained. Monitoring, and where appropriate approving invoices, engaging with commercial and suppliers when required to resolve issues. Reviewing and undertaking the input of budget profiles into corporate reporting systems, forming the baseline for future progress measurement. Corporate system input is consistently achieved for your business area(s) for all aspects of ABC and IYM. Utilising standardised templates/forms for recurring requests, advising what information is required and enabling efficient review, ensuring this aligns to the required policy where applicable. Undertaking financial approvals of low value items, such as working functions, training, and professional subscriptions, supporting your team as required. Ensuring compliance with the relevant processes and policies and that an appropriate procurement route is utilised Engaging with the Business where evidence for manual accruals is insufficient and flagging issues, by exception, to the appropriate Finance Business Partner All misbookings are to be corrected at source, removing any need for future manual intervention. Engaging with Project and Commercial staff to resolve any issues and work towards a right first-time input. Reviewing the Chart of Accounts, ensuring the structure remains current and consistent, verifying new requirements as legitimate. Undertaking and managing the maintenance of corporate systems access for all Finance Staff. Dedicating time to sharing best practice and ideas for refining standardised processes and procedures. Seeking feedback on the services provided, and continuously strive to improve the service provision. Supporting the solutions to issues highlighted during internal or external audit, ensuring that you understand the guidance provided to promote embedding the lesson(s) learnt. Fulfilling your area of responsibility Management of team members, motivating and coaching to enable effective delivery. Supporting individual's personal development and careers, ensuring you and the team make time to develop themselves and their peers. Being open to challenge and new ideas, sharing of knowledge and experience, encouraging others through building a supportive team environment Ensuring you and the team are getting the basics right at the first attempt. Supporting development and embedding the use of standardised processes to deliver a consistent output to customers. Working within set parameters, dealing with, and taking decisions on day-to-day issues. Referring to senior staff or SMEs on matters of policy or novel, complex issues. Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources.
The Organisation Robert Walters are delighted to be partnering with an instantly recognisable construction business in their search for a Finance Business Partner. The organization have an enviable book of contracts and are commencing the next stage of their growth in early 2023. This newly created role will work alongside an existing team of FBP's and will bring commercial value add across the group and a critical set of high value, high profile contracts. Working in a completely autonomous way the successful candidate will report to a director based in the group function and will have the support of a team of on site analysts to assist with the higher volumes of information. The Role Once in role the successful candidate will be responsible for providing analysis / insight into business performance and assist with improving the efficiency and profitability of the organisation across a number of key contracts. Specific responsibilities include: Improving the impact and understanding of financial reporting on the commercial delivery / success of the business Partner with a range of key stakeholders to deliver efficiencies and improvements across all key Northern contracts Manage all aspects of contract performance including delivering regular contract review meetings with key stakeholders Partner with the executive team to deliver the Finance Digital Reporting Plan and take ownership of the subsequent requirements that need to be carried out Partner with key operational contacts across the finance contracts of the North Analysis of the monthly management accounts and the delivery of subsequent recommendations to both finance and non finance stakeholders Production of overhead cost reports, cash flow forecasts, quarterly reviews, variance analysis and annual budgets Delivery of commercial models and high level analysis that can be utilised across all contracts Implementation of improved controls and financial processes across specific Northern contracts The Candidate Candidates wishing to apply for this role will be a qualified CCAB accountant with extensive business partnering experience either within contracts or within the contraction / infrastructure sector. The candidate will have highly developed influencing skills and will be comfortable working with a range of stakeholders across a number of critical contracts. The candidate will also be comfortable with delivering an improved reporting framework as well as implementing effective controls and processes. It is critical that the candidate is hands on and feels comfortable working at a senior level and communicating / providing advice / recommendations to a highly skilled executive team. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
The Organisation Robert Walters are delighted to be partnering with an instantly recognisable construction business in their search for a Finance Business Partner. The organization have an enviable book of contracts and are commencing the next stage of their growth in early 2023. This newly created role will work alongside an existing team of FBP's and will bring commercial value add across the group and a critical set of high value, high profile contracts. Working in a completely autonomous way the successful candidate will report to a director based in the group function and will have the support of a team of on site analysts to assist with the higher volumes of information. The Role Once in role the successful candidate will be responsible for providing analysis / insight into business performance and assist with improving the efficiency and profitability of the organisation across a number of key contracts. Specific responsibilities include: Improving the impact and understanding of financial reporting on the commercial delivery / success of the business Partner with a range of key stakeholders to deliver efficiencies and improvements across all key Northern contracts Manage all aspects of contract performance including delivering regular contract review meetings with key stakeholders Partner with the executive team to deliver the Finance Digital Reporting Plan and take ownership of the subsequent requirements that need to be carried out Partner with key operational contacts across the finance contracts of the North Analysis of the monthly management accounts and the delivery of subsequent recommendations to both finance and non finance stakeholders Production of overhead cost reports, cash flow forecasts, quarterly reviews, variance analysis and annual budgets Delivery of commercial models and high level analysis that can be utilised across all contracts Implementation of improved controls and financial processes across specific Northern contracts The Candidate Candidates wishing to apply for this role will be a qualified CCAB accountant with extensive business partnering experience either within contracts or within the contraction / infrastructure sector. The candidate will have highly developed influencing skills and will be comfortable working with a range of stakeholders across a number of critical contracts. The candidate will also be comfortable with delivering an improved reporting framework as well as implementing effective controls and processes. It is critical that the candidate is hands on and feels comfortable working at a senior level and communicating / providing advice / recommendations to a highly skilled executive team. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Axon Moore are proud to be partnering with a growing, PE backed, acquisitive SME operating within the utilities sector. We are looking for a stand-out Finance Business Partner to play a leading role in shaping the finance function at it's interactions with other departments across the Wakefield business unit.In affect you will be the number 1 in finance in Wakefield working closely with senior management across the commercial, operational and logistics teams utilising finance to help influence and shape business decisions. You will however have the full support and a close working relationship with the Senior Finance Business Partner who works across all locations for the business and the central finance team based at head office. Job Purpose: Reporting to the power division Finance Business Partner, your role is to provide high quality MI and commercial insight and to support the MD of the private networks business with commercial insight. This will include: Preparation of accurate financial and commercial information Ensuring close control of working capital playing a pivotal role in the company and wider group investment Ensuring controls are well maintained and adhered to Preparation of relevant MI Your role will also include: Working alongside the local MD to provide relevant MI Working closely with finance/commercial processing teams around the group to ensure control compliance Tight control of working capital incl: Maintenance of key tax control accounts Ad hoc projects for the Power division e.g. system integration Review and oversee payroll process ready for finance partner sign off Ensuring best practice controls are adhered to and enhanced Working with external auditors re annual audit Maintain accurate and up to date P11d records Mentoring and training junior members of the team Cashflow Preparation Implementing and assisting with WIP control/reduction Challenging the business on billing and improving processes We are looking for someone with the following: Willingness to challenge and not accept the status quo Ability to influence and to motivate Ability to respond to pressure Ability to work at pace and desire to succeed Team player able to build good relationships and confidence at all levels A qualified or near qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) Experience within industry and preferably of working within an FBP role or a similar position
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
Axon Moore are proud to be partnering with a growing, PE backed, acquisitive SME operating within the utilities sector. We are looking for a stand-out Finance Business Partner to play a leading role in shaping the finance function at it's interactions with other departments across the Wakefield business unit.In affect you will be the number 1 in finance in Wakefield working closely with senior management across the commercial, operational and logistics teams utilising finance to help influence and shape business decisions. You will however have the full support and a close working relationship with the Senior Finance Business Partner who works across all locations for the business and the central finance team based at head office. Job Purpose: Reporting to the power division Finance Business Partner, your role is to provide high quality MI and commercial insight and to support the MD of the private networks business with commercial insight. This will include: Preparation of accurate financial and commercial information Ensuring close control of working capital playing a pivotal role in the company and wider group investment Ensuring controls are well maintained and adhered to Preparation of relevant MI Your role will also include: Working alongside the local MD to provide relevant MI Working closely with finance/commercial processing teams around the group to ensure control compliance Tight control of working capital incl: Maintenance of key tax control accounts Ad hoc projects for the Power division e.g. system integration Review and oversee payroll process ready for finance partner sign off Ensuring best practice controls are adhered to and enhanced Working with external auditors re annual audit Maintain accurate and up to date P11d records Mentoring and training junior members of the team Cashflow Preparation Implementing and assisting with WIP control/reduction Challenging the business on billing and improving processes We are looking for someone with the following: Willingness to challenge and not accept the status quo Ability to influence and to motivate Ability to respond to pressure Ability to work at pace and desire to succeed Team player able to build good relationships and confidence at all levels A qualified or near qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) Experience within industry and preferably of working within an FBP role or a similar position
Kingston and Sutton's shared finance service is an exciting and unique place to work. We provide finance services to two vibrant boroughs in South West London enabling the team to draw on a wide pool of knowledge and experience and learn from activities across both Councils. Kingston and Sutton are both small London Boroughs, but both also have big ambitions. Both boroughs already have lots of green space and the two Councils are committed to tackling the climate emergency and are developing plans for a more sustainable future. Kingston is embarking on the redevelopment of its largest council housing estate to provide 2,170 new homes including a mix of social and private housing and is also developing a new community leisure centre in the town centre. There is also a thriving business community in the Borough with a mix of big-name brands, including the UK headquarters of Lidl and Unilever, and smaller independent businesses. We are looking to recruiting for a Senior Finance Lead - Business Partner (Corporate). Reporting into the Strategic Finance Business Partner (Corporate), the Senior Finance Lead (Business Partner) will support the Corporate Finance team within the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames to provide strategic financial information for the Medium-Term Financial Strategy and regular monitoring of financial performance. You will have a sound knowledge of accounting, finance systems, spreadsheets and other IT systems. Key responsibilities include: Support the Strategic Finance Business Partner (SFBP) in the development of the Medium-Term Financial Plan and production of required working papers that support this. Lead on the creation of detailed budget estimate working papers including inflation calculations and reconciliation. Lead on the production of Council budget book, service budget summaries or similar information as required Provide support and information to the Council's budget consultation activities and communication & engagement events Provide support in the production of the Council Tax Leaflet or other budget communications Work collaboratively with Strategic Finance Business Partners (SFBPs) to ensure key financial risks to the Council are appropriately reflected in medium term financial plans and finance resource is targeted towards the management and mitigation of these risks To be suitable for this role you need to be a Qualified accountant or studying towards relevant professional qualification (e.g. AAT, CIPFA, CIMA, etc), with experience of leading or providing financial support to change programmes and business improvement initiatives. You will have excellent communication skills, verbally and in writing, with the ability to discuss and present finance concepts and processes in a range of ways with non-finance people. You should have experience of supporting budget managers through the core finance processes of budget setting, monitoring and closing of the accounts. This position is able to work flexibly between the office and homeworking, with a minimum expectation to be based in the office one day per week. For more information about Kingston and Sutton's shared finance service, the interview processes and to see the job description please refer to Home Kingston Council () or contact Jack Murphy () at Allen Lane for a confidential conversation. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to by Monday 2nd January 2023 . The cover letter should be no more than 2 pages and should include why you are interested in the position and why you believe you are suitable.
Dec 07, 2022
Full time
Kingston and Sutton's shared finance service is an exciting and unique place to work. We provide finance services to two vibrant boroughs in South West London enabling the team to draw on a wide pool of knowledge and experience and learn from activities across both Councils. Kingston and Sutton are both small London Boroughs, but both also have big ambitions. Both boroughs already have lots of green space and the two Councils are committed to tackling the climate emergency and are developing plans for a more sustainable future. Kingston is embarking on the redevelopment of its largest council housing estate to provide 2,170 new homes including a mix of social and private housing and is also developing a new community leisure centre in the town centre. There is also a thriving business community in the Borough with a mix of big-name brands, including the UK headquarters of Lidl and Unilever, and smaller independent businesses. We are looking to recruiting for a Senior Finance Lead - Business Partner (Corporate). Reporting into the Strategic Finance Business Partner (Corporate), the Senior Finance Lead (Business Partner) will support the Corporate Finance team within the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames to provide strategic financial information for the Medium-Term Financial Strategy and regular monitoring of financial performance. You will have a sound knowledge of accounting, finance systems, spreadsheets and other IT systems. Key responsibilities include: Support the Strategic Finance Business Partner (SFBP) in the development of the Medium-Term Financial Plan and production of required working papers that support this. Lead on the creation of detailed budget estimate working papers including inflation calculations and reconciliation. Lead on the production of Council budget book, service budget summaries or similar information as required Provide support and information to the Council's budget consultation activities and communication & engagement events Provide support in the production of the Council Tax Leaflet or other budget communications Work collaboratively with Strategic Finance Business Partners (SFBPs) to ensure key financial risks to the Council are appropriately reflected in medium term financial plans and finance resource is targeted towards the management and mitigation of these risks To be suitable for this role you need to be a Qualified accountant or studying towards relevant professional qualification (e.g. AAT, CIPFA, CIMA, etc), with experience of leading or providing financial support to change programmes and business improvement initiatives. You will have excellent communication skills, verbally and in writing, with the ability to discuss and present finance concepts and processes in a range of ways with non-finance people. You should have experience of supporting budget managers through the core finance processes of budget setting, monitoring and closing of the accounts. This position is able to work flexibly between the office and homeworking, with a minimum expectation to be based in the office one day per week. For more information about Kingston and Sutton's shared finance service, the interview processes and to see the job description please refer to Home Kingston Council () or contact Jack Murphy () at Allen Lane for a confidential conversation. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to by Monday 2nd January 2023 . The cover letter should be no more than 2 pages and should include why you are interested in the position and why you believe you are suitable.