Head of Finance, Governance & Risk - Full Time | Ballymena
Our client is one of Northern Ireland's largest education and skills organisations, delivering learning, training and development opportunities across multiple campuses and supporting thousands of learners, businesses and stakeholders annually.
- Ballymena (Hybrid Working Available)
- £Negotiable salary
- Permanent | Senior Leadership Position
- 1 Year Fixed Term Contract
Employee Benefits
- Hybrid working (1 day per week)
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employer pension contribution of 19%
- 28 days annual leave
- Additional annual leave after 5 years' service
- Minimum 12 statutory and customary holidays
- Opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a large, complex organisation
- Senior leadership role with responsibility across finance, governance and risk management
About the Organisation
- Our client is one of Northern Ireland's largest education and skills organisations, delivering learning, training and development opportunities across multiple campuses and supporting thousands of learners, businesses and stakeholders annually.
- Playing a key role in economic development, workforce skills and regional growth, the organisation works closely with government, industry and community partners to create opportunities and drive positive outcomes across Northern Ireland.
The Opportunity
- Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Head of Finance, Governance & Risk will lead the Finance function while providing strategic oversight across governance, risk management, financial planning and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the Finance function.
- Provide strategic financial leadership and advice to senior management.
- Oversee budgeting, financial planning and financial reporting activities.
- Drive effective governance, compliance and risk management practices.
- Lead the development and implementation of financial controls and policies.
- Support strategic planning and organisational development initiatives.
- Manage relationships with auditors, regulators and key stakeholders.
- Ensure effective treasury, payroll and procurement oversight.
- Contribute to organisational performance, transformation and continuous improvement programmes.
Criteria:
- Fully qualified CCAB Accountant.
- Minimum three years' post-qualification experience leading a finance function with responsibility for budgets exceeding £25 million.
- Strong experience across financial planning, reporting and financial management.
- Proven experience managing governance and risk within a complex organisation.
- Ability to prepare and communicate financial information effectively to senior stakeholders.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Why Apply?
- This is an opportunity to lead a critical function within a highly respected organisation that has a significant impact on education, skills development and economic growth across Northern Ireland.
- You'll join a senior leadership team committed to continuous improvement, innovation and delivering meaningful outcomes for learners, employers and communities, while helping shape the future direction of a major regional organisation.
We encourage you to apply online, email [email protected] or call Nyree on 028 7032 6600 in confidence to find out more.
Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.