Cardiff Bus is the major provider of busservices in Cardiff and the surrounding areas. With c560 employeesand 180 vehicles we are committed to delivering a reliableaffordable and frequent bus service with a friendly highqualitycustomer experience bringing communitiestogether.
We are seeking to appoint anexperienced strong and innovative finance leader to join our SeniorLeadership Team as Finance Director.Reporting to the ManagingDirector you will have overall responsibility and management of theFinance function which includes finance accounts payroll IT andcash office.
Tasks
You willoperate as a key business partner and member of the seniorleadership team including acting as the Company Secretary.The roleholds responsibility for financial planning budgeting estimates andsupporting the strategic direction of the Companys short medium andlongterm strategy.
Through innovative approachesyou will develop implement and monitor the financial strategy ofthe organisation. Ensuring financial resilience and sound financialsystems and procedures are in place; that effective financialcontrols are adhered to; assets are safeguarded; and risk ismanaged.
You will support the Company in itsstrategic commercial negotiations with customers and supplierswhile developing and understanding funding/grant requirements withinternal/external stakeholders and support the wider business byevaluating business proposals with a view to drive financial andoperational performance/change ensuring corrective measures are inplace to maximise returns and minimiserisk.
Requirements
Provenleader of a finance function in a dynamic operationalbusiness.
Evidence excellent communication skillswith the ability to collaborate and influence effectively at alllevels such as Board and SLT.
Structured thinkerand problem solver.
Commercial and businessacumen.
Chartered Accountant i.e ACCA ACA CIMA orequivalent.
Strong Excel and PowerPointskills.
Strong attention todetail.
Flexible professional andpersonable.
Benefits
WhatWe Offer.
A competitiverenumeration package thatincludes:
* SalaryCompetitive
* PensionScheme.
* Life Assurance (3x basicsalary).
* Enhanced Company Sickpay.
* Enhanced Family FriendlyPolicies.
* Free travel across the Cardiff BusNetwork for you and your family (termsapply).
* Discounts with local retailers andgyms.
* Cycle to workscheme.
* Wellbeing and health support andresources including an Employee AssistanceProgramme.
* Free onsiteparking.
If you would like to learnmore about this opportunity please apply via our website or give usa call if you have any questions.