Job Description
Finance Manager
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 & Risk
* Provide expert advice on financial governance, assurance, and risk management
* Strengthen internal controls and identify areas for improvement
* Lead on fraud prevention, investigation support, and compliance reporting
* Ensure compliance with regulatory, statutory, and governance requirements
Audit & Board Support
* Act as Secretary to the Board Audit & Risk Committee (BARC)
* Manage internal audit relationships and track audit recommendations
* Support governance reporting for the Board and senior leadership
Pensions & Benefits Oversight
* Oversee pensions governance and scheme administration
* Provide advice on pensions policy, compliance, and reporting
* Support life assurance and employee benefit schemes
Financial Insight & Operations
* Deliver financial analysis and performance reporting
* Support corporate planning and decision-making
* Ensure effective financial governance processes across the organisation
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
* Lead and develop the financial governance team
* Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Represent the organisation in governance matters and external forums
Key skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
* High attention to detail and organisational skills
* Ability to lead teams and influence senior stakeholders
* Confident communicator with ability to challenge and advise
What you'll need to succeed Essential criteria
* Qualified accountant (CCAB / CIPFA)
* Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience in financial management or governance
* Strong experience in risk management, internal controls, or compliance
* Experience in financial reporting, monitoring, and governance frameworks
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Desirable
* Experience within public sector or regulated environment
* Knowledge of pensions governance
* Understanding of board and audit committee structures
If 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 02890446911 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. #4802035