At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-performing finance team and shape organisational strategy.
- Company: Dynamic organisation focused on modern finance and compliance.
- Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, health packages, and wellness services.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant workplace with excellent facilities and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in finance while driving continuous improvement.
- Qualifications: Proven finance leadership experience and strategic thinking skills.
The predicted salary is between 59576 - 70000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance leader to oversee the delivery of a modern, high-performing finance function. You will lead the day-to-day management of the Finance Team, ensuring the provision of high-quality financial management, accounting, reporting, and governance services while maintaining compliance with public sector financial regulations. Working closely with senior leaders, you will play a key role in shaping organisational strategy, providing expert financial advice, and driving continuous improvement across the service. You will also support the Statutory Finance Officer in fulfilling their legal responsibilities and act as Deputy Section 112 Officer when required. As a member of the Service Leadership Team, you will contribute to the wider leadership, culture, and success of the organisation.
Some of the things you’ll be doing:
- Leading the annual Budget Setting process, highlighting key financial risks for the organisation.
- Providing high quality reports, analysis and assurance, including monthly revenue and capital budget monitoring reports, to the Service Leadership Board supporting and enabling succession planning and talent management.
- Monitoring and advising on Treasury Management activities, ensuring activities are compliant with the approved Treasury Management Strategy and the Code of Practice for Treasury Management in Public Services.
Benefits include:
- 27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 days after 10 years of service.
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Welfare and Wellbeing services.
- Staff Networks.
- Access to Westfield Health Supplementary Healthcare package.
- Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead.
Head of Finance employer: Avonfire
As a leading public sector organisation, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture. Our Head of Finance role offers not only competitive benefits such as generous annual leave and health packages but also ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic team environment. Located in the picturesque surroundings of Portishead, employees enjoy access to outstanding facilities including a multi-gym and sports hall, making it an ideal place for those seeking a meaningful and rewarding career.
