Your new company This Finance Manager role plays a key part in delivering financial reporting, planning, and treasury management across the organisation. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial systems' development, while managing a finance team and supporting strategic decision-making.Your new role Financial Governance & RiskProvide expert advice on financial governance, assurance, and risk managementStrengthen internal controls and identify areas for improvementLead on fraud prevention, investigation support, and compliance reportingEnsure compliance with regulatory, statutory, and governance requirements Audit & Board SupportAct as Secretary to the Board Audit & Risk Committee (BARC)Manage internal audit relationships and track audit recommendationsSupport governance reporting for the Board and senior leadership Pensions & Benefits OversightOversee pensions governance and scheme administrationProvide advice on pensions policy, compliance, and reportingSupport life assurance and employee benefit schemes Financial Insight & OperationsDeliver financial analysis and performance reportingSupport corporate planning and decision-makingEnsure effective financial governance processes across the organisation Leadership & Stakeholder ManagementLead and develop the financial governance teamBuild strong relationships with internal and external stakeholdersRepresent the organisation in governance matters and external forums Key skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesHigh attention to detail and organisational skillsAbility to lead teams and influence senior stakeholdersConfident communicator with ability to challenge and adviseWhat you'll need to succeed Essential criteriaQualified accountant (CCAB / CIPFA)Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in financial management or governanceStrong experience in risk management, internal controls, or complianceExperience in financial reporting, monitoring, and governance frameworksExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsDesirableExperience within public sector or regulated environmentKnowledge of pensions governanceUnderstanding of board and audit committee structuresIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Elaine McCullagh at Hays on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills:Finance Manager Accountant Financial ReportingBenefits:£56 730WHJS1_NI