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Head of Finance - Commercial Bidding, Bath
Client:
IFF Talent - Ingham Frankland Fide
Location:
Bath, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
04.06.2025
Expiry Date:
19.07.2025
Job Description:
The role of Head of Finance leads the financial bidding function and is the finance business partner to the Managing Director. This role provides the opportunity to lead the development of financial bidding and modelling capabilities.
Main areas of focus:
* Finance support and oversight for large bids through the Bid team
* Business partner to the Business Unit MD
* Financial management for three Business Units
* Management of a team of twelve finance professionals
Finance oversight of Bidding:
* Lead on financial requirements for large complex bids, collaborating with the bid team and stakeholders
* Develop and implement financial and commercial strategies aligned with bid objectives
* Establish governance for all Bid Finance activities
* Ensure financial inputs to bids are appropriate and robust
Business Partner to BU MD:
* Set financial and operational targets with the BU MD
* Provide financial input for governance and bid papers
* Ensure bids are included in budgets and forecasts
* Oversee period-end close and management accounts
* Manage and develop the finance team
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure finance elements of bids meet requirements
* Lead financial analysts and modellers during bids
* Ensure bid financial models and documentation are compliant
* Test sensitivities and scenarios to assess risks and opportunities
* Develop funding strategies for bids
* Support colleagues with financial guidance during bids
* Review post-bid mobilization risks and opportunities
* Manage timely delivery of management accounts and budgets
* Lead process improvements and promote best practices
Skills, Experience, and Leadership Behaviors:
* Senior finance experience with commercial acumen
* Qualified Accountant (CIMA or ACCA preferred)
* Experience with large, complex bids (circa £100m revenue)
* Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex environment
* Strong communication and presentation skills with senior stakeholders
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