Finance Director Public Safety

This position plays a vital role in overseeing and managing the financial activities the Public Safety Business. Responsible for providing strategic financial guidance and ensuring the businesses financial health, stability, and growth. The role collaborates with various departments and senior executives to develop and implement financial plans, policies, and strategies aligned with the organisation's goals and objectives. To work with the Commercial finance team to provide guidance and innovation to assist in complex financial transactions, bids and acquisitions. To work with the CFO and Group finance team to provide technical leadership in terms of driving forward improvements to systems, processes & accounting policies.

Responsibilities

Overseeing and managing the financial activities of the Public Safety Business; Providing strategic financial guidance and ensuring the business's financial health, stability, and growth; Collaborating with various departments and senior executives to develop and implement financial plans, policies, and strategies; Working with the Commercial finance team to provide guidance and innovation in complex financial transactions, bids and acquisitions; Working with the CFO and Group finance team to provide technical leadership in improving systems, processes and accounting policies; Developing and implementing financial strategies, plans, and budgets; Conducting financial analysis and providing insights on KPIs, financial trends, and forecasts; Assessing the financial feasibility of projects and investments; Preparing accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and analysis; Ensuring compliance with financial laws, regulations, and company policies; Overseeing internal and external audits; Managing cash flow and liquidity; Developing and implementing treasury management strategies; Monitoring banking relationships and negotiating terms; Identifying and assessing financial risks and developing risk management strategies; Evaluating and mitigating financial and operational risks; Leading and mentoring the finance team; Coaching, developing and supporting the team through regular 121s; Deputising for CFO if required; Assisting CFO Executive Directors with other duties; Leading and providing accurate P&L, cashflow and balance sheet financial reports; Leading co-ordination and preparation of the 3YP process; Providing detailed KPI analysis; Providing financial reports on development and innovation projects; Coordinating, preparing and reviewing the annual budget and 3 year business plan; Liaising with Public Services divisional finance team; Ensuring adequate financial processes and procedures; Taking responsibility for successfully achieving independent audit

Requirements

Management of a highly skilled team. Ability to delegate tasks as appropriate; Has a customer driven, service, approach whilst maintaining high levels of quality; Ability to communicate clearly, appropriately and in a compelling manner, including explanation of complicated financial processes to non-finance staff, direct reports, and the operational management team; Ability to organise, schedule and monitor tasks in order to meet tight deadlines; Working technical knowledge of reporting standards and excellent management accounting techniques; Extensive experience of a variety of accounting and operational systems; High level of experience and proficiency with MS Office, in particular strong Excel skills are essential; Demonstrate a strong understanding of issues, events and activities and a perception of their longer-term impact or wider implications with a willingness to identify fresh approaches and challenge old assumptions; Ability to interact with people at all levels in an effective manner; Flexibility to work within a high growth, rapidly changing environment; Commitment to continuous personal development; Full ownership of problems and issues; Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field or equivalent experience; Proven experience in a senior financial management role, such as Finance Manager or Controller; Strong knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations; Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; Proficiency in financial software systems and advanced MS Excel skills; Exceptional leadership and communication abilities; Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

Nice to have

Experience of working in a software based business model with contract accounting; SAP and TM1 experience; Master's degree or Accounting qualification

Benefits

Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees; 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell; 4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC; Group Pension Plan with employer contributions up to 8.5%; A selection of flexible benefits; Employee assistance programme; Free access to LinkedIn Learning