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Head of Financial Services, All Campuses
Are you a dedicated and ambitious finance professional seeking the next stage in your career? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in a growing Group of Colleges that is committed to community transformation through education This is a unique chance to be part of a well-respected institution that is shaping the future of education in a rapidly changing landscape. We are seeking an Head of Financial Services to join our college management team. At our newly rebranded South Essex College Group and recently implemented new leadership team. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Head of Financial Services will be responsible for building a newly created Financial Services team. You will demonstrate previous success in a financial managerial role in an FE organisation (or similar) of significant scale and complexity. The successful applicant will hold a relevant professional qualification in accountancy (eg CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA, ICA) We are seeking an experienced Senior financial professional with proven management of a varied corporate service function. The successful candidate will posses: - Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role is essential (FE experience not essential) - Experience of production and review of financial reporting I.e. Monthly Management Accounts & Statutory financial statements - Experience of providing financial returns in an regulated sector. - Experience of delivering financial information to non finance audience. - Experience of writing board papers - Experience of multi year Cash flow management - Experience of developing appropriate financial systems - Experience of budget setting and 3 year financial planning at organization and departmental level - Up to date knowledge of Procurement & Payroll guidelines - Up to date understanding of Finance and Funding (Income) regulations for FE & HE Benefits: - 30 days leave - Local Gov Pension - Discounted on site Hair and Beauty facilities - Free Eye test and contribution towards glasses for VDU users - Enhanced sick pay and family (subject to policy terms) - Free breakfast on campus(Term time only) - Free On-site parking (subject to space/permits) - Wellbeing and health support - Cycle to work scheme - Flu Jabs Under the Health & Safety etc. at Work Act 1974 it is the responsibility of individual employees at every level to take care of their own health and safety at work and that of others who may be affected by their acts at work. The College is committed to the safeguarding of all its students, staff and visitors and provides a safe physical environment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. No agencies please. Latest Application Date31-Mar-2024
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https://jobs.southessex.ac.uk/rEcruit/Recruitment/Vacancies.aspx
Information about the School
South Essex College is at the heart of community transformation, working with young people and local employers helping to make a difference. We are the largest provider of technical and vocational education and training for 16-18 year olds, adults and apprenticeship provision within Essex – and we are growing!
With over 1000 staff working across our 5 campus locations, there are plenty of exciting opportunities to choose from including Support, Management, Academic (Teaching and Teaching Support) and Specialist positions. Plus a range of support for industry professionals who are looking to get into teaching.
In return we offer competitive salaries and some amazing benefits......
- Flexible working options
- Holidays 30/35/40 days dependant on role type
- Additional college closure efficiency days
- Career development opportunities
- Training opportunities for both academic and support staff
- Free breakfast at all campuses during term time
- Free Eye test and contribution towards glasses for VDU users
- Enhanced sick pay and family (subject to policy terms)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flu Jabs
For more information and a full list of vacancies we have on offer, please visit our website www.southessex.ac.uk and go to careers at South Essex College.