Head of Finance and Procurement
Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Aberdeen, is currently looking to recruit a Head of Finance and Procurement for a 12 month contract on a salary of £57,701 per annum. Hybrid working with some travel within the UK may be required depending on the nature of the work e.g. to attend relevant meetings and training.
Leading a team of 12 staff to deliver the finance and procurement functions. Candidates require to have a strong understanding of the Scottish Public Finance Manual (SPFM) and relevant Government procedures to provide advice, guidance and support on finance and procurement. The resource budget for 2024-25 is circa £23 million (net of income).
Responsibilities:
– Providing key financial forecasts and support for the organisation through in-year financial monitoring and reporting, engaging with areas and colleagues across Finance to build and maintain effective working relationships and provide robust and timely in-year and year end reporting to the CEO and senior management to support business decisions. Ensure requirements are met in relation to charging for delivery of official controls. Leading the continuous improvement of business area management reporting, ensuring they are of high quality that uses compelling and persuasive language to influence and challenge, and to assist budget-holders to make informed decisions.
– Oversee the delivery of work by the Central Government Procurement Shared Services for the organisation under the Memorandum of Understanding. Ensure that shared services bought in are fit for purpose and delivering the services required for the organisation.
– Lead and build the operational capability of the finance team, leading by example to develop and coach them to ensure effective and efficient working with delegation as appropriate, with the aim of developing a high performing team to ensure delivery of efficient, prompt and professional service to individuals and managers. Management of branch budget in accordance with the organisation’s Financial Management Scheme of Delegation.
– Provide advice, input and support on corporate matters to senior executive team members and others internally as well as the Board and Audit and Risk Committee, and senior officials as required. Represent the organisation and its interests, at meetings, Boards, forums and provide authoritative advice and make decisions as required.
– Oversee and lead on the content of the organisation’s Annual Report and Accounts to ensure compliance with Government Financial Reporting requirements and that of the Scottish Public Finance Manual. Work with our Communications team to ensure the document is accessible and engaging.
Essential Skills:
– Qualified to Degree level (or equivalent) in Accountancy or Finance
– ACCA Qualification
-Strong leadership and influencing skills, with experience of working collaboratively with a range of internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure delivery of key priorities.
-Strong written and communication skills with experience in communicating complex information simply and succinctly with various stakeholders internally and externally.
-Experience in accounting, finance and procurement, with the ability to set, understand and manage budgets for an organisation.
-Sound planning and organisational skills and an understanding of the principles and benefits of good financial management. Adaptable, able to manage competing priorities and contribute ideas and energy to continuous improvement.
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch
Leading a team of 12 staff to deliver the finance and procurement functions. Candidates require to have a strong understanding of the Scottish Public Finance Manual (SPFM) and relevant Government procedures to provide advice, guidance and support on finance and procurement. The resource budget for 2024-25 is circa £23 million (net of income).
Responsibilities:
– Providing key financial forecasts and support for the organisation through in-year financial monitoring and reporting, engaging with areas and colleagues across Finance to build and maintain effective working relationships and provide robust and timely in-year and year end reporting to the CEO and senior management to support business decisions. Ensure requirements are met in relation to charging for delivery of official controls. Leading the continuous improvement of business area management reporting, ensuring they are of high quality that uses compelling and persuasive language to influence and challenge, and to assist budget-holders to make informed decisions.
– Oversee the delivery of work by the Central Government Procurement Shared Services for the organisation under the Memorandum of Understanding. Ensure that shared services bought in are fit for purpose and delivering the services required for the organisation.
– Lead and build the operational capability of the finance team, leading by example to develop and coach them to ensure effective and efficient working with delegation as appropriate, with the aim of developing a high performing team to ensure delivery of efficient, prompt and professional service to individuals and managers. Management of branch budget in accordance with the organisation’s Financial Management Scheme of Delegation.
– Provide advice, input and support on corporate matters to senior executive team members and others internally as well as the Board and Audit and Risk Committee, and senior officials as required. Represent the organisation and its interests, at meetings, Boards, forums and provide authoritative advice and make decisions as required.
– Oversee and lead on the content of the organisation’s Annual Report and Accounts to ensure compliance with Government Financial Reporting requirements and that of the Scottish Public Finance Manual. Work with our Communications team to ensure the document is accessible and engaging.
Essential Skills:
– Qualified to Degree level (or equivalent) in Accountancy or Finance
– ACCA Qualification
-Strong leadership and influencing skills, with experience of working collaboratively with a range of internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure delivery of key priorities.
-Strong written and communication skills with experience in communicating complex information simply and succinctly with various stakeholders internally and externally.
-Experience in accounting, finance and procurement, with the ability to set, understand and manage budgets for an organisation.
-Sound planning and organisational skills and an understanding of the principles and benefits of good financial management. Adaptable, able to manage competing priorities and contribute ideas and energy to continuous improvement.
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch
