Head of Finance

Reed Finance are working with a Bristol based public sector organisation recruiting for a Head of Finance.

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• Salary up to £62,500 + generous pension
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• Hybrid / Flexible working
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• Ongoing professional development
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• A supportive and collaborative leadership environment
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• The opportunity to make a significant impact within a respected public sector organisation
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This is a key role with responsibility for ensuring high-quality financial management, accounting, reporting, governance, and compliance across the organisation.

Working closely with senior leaders, you will provide expert financial advice, support strategic decision-making, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen financial performance and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead the annual budget-setting process, identifying and managing key financial risks.
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• Provide high-quality financial reports, analysis, and assurance to senior leadership teams and governance boards.
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• Lead the preparation of the Annual Statement of Accounts, ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
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• Deliver financial modelling and business case appraisals to support investment decisions and organisational planning.
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• Lead, develop, and motivate the Finance Team, supporting professional development, succession planning, and talent management.
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• Oversee treasury management activities and ensure compliance with relevant strategies and professional standards.
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• Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, systems, and controls.
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About You

We are looking for a qualified finance professional with:

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• A recognised accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
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• Significant senior-level finance experience.
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• Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, accounting, and governance.
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• Experience producing statutory accounts and managing external audit requirements.
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• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
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• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
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• The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
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