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Head of FinanceReed • Clevedon, Avon, UK
Head of Finance

Head of Finance

Reed • Clevedon, Avon, UK
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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

  • Salary up to £62,500 + generous pension
  • Hybrid / Flexible working
  • Ongoing professional development
  • A supportive and collaborative leadership environment
  • The opportunity to make a significant impact within a respected public sector organisation

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

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

About You

We are looking for a qualified finance professional with:

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