Robert Half are working on behalf of an Oxfordshire based organisation to recruit an Interim Finance Director.
If you have previous UK Government funding experience, combined with a track record at Director level, this could be an ideal role.
You will report to the Managing Director and play a significant role in shaping and delivering the new strategy, as our client, a Government Body becomes ever more known for expertise, connections, influence and impact.
You will lead on Finance and IT/Systems and have additional responsibility for external programmes.
You will take strategic and line management responsibility for an Operations Directorate to deliver the Business Plan.
You will support the ongoing develop of high performing teams, embracing the values, and working seamlessly with colleagues to drive creativity, efficiencies and cross-team working.
You will work to grow our talent and capability, shaping the team and organisation.
* Overall control of finances, reporting and transparency, formulating Targets and Budgets in accordance with strategy determined by the Board and in line with Managing Public Money guidance.
* Line management for the external facing Diversity & Inclusion; Strategic Portfolio Office and Integrated Systems departments
* Executive responsibility for our facilities contract management and Health & Safety delivery
* Establishing and maintaining effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and drive effectiveness and efficiency in delivery of company's objects.
* Strategic support at Executive level, contributing to the ongoing development and implementation of the strategy and business plan.
* Developing line managers and your teams to inspire and motivate them.
* Embracing our principles to support diversity and inclusion, wellbeing, enrichment through talent development and empowerment through guided autonomy.
* Overseeing adoption of new technologies and innovation, continuous improvement of existing systems and processes to enhance operation capabilities and enable staff to perform their roles effectively.
* Establishing effective data governance and security framework to ensure all data is managed securely and responsibly across the company.
* Ensure our work has appropriate governance and monitoring arrangements, and delivery of portfolio is effectively supported by Strategic Portfolio Office.
* Establishing operational systems, processes and policies to drive ongoing improvements to the business through new effective ways of working across all directorates.
* Fostering the culture of Health & Safety across the company and ensuring policies and processes are aligned to current legislation and best practice.
* Strong relationships with key stakeholders
Further details:
* UK recognised professional accountancy qualification with significant postqualification experience.
* Substantial experience of managing complex financial portfolio and government funding.
* Experience at operating at the executive board level.
* Experience on designing and leading key business functions in the demanding and dynamic environment.
* Demonstrable and measurable skills in strategic planning, leadership and implementation that impact at a sector level.
* Demonstrable skills in setting and achieving corporate goals.
* An expert delegator with a clear vision of where they can be most effective and impactful.
* Evidence of influence and key stakeholder relationships with relevant governmental and business partners.
* Experience working as part of a senior team with Board engagement and a collegiate approach.
* A track record of managing and inspiring people at all levels, with a strong commitment to talent development and able to build high performing teams.
* Ability to work with others to turn vision and strategic plans into reality, achieving active participation and outcomes at organisational level whilst meeting financial objectives.
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