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South Gloucestershire and Stroud (SGS) College
Head of Operational Finance
£43,000 - £ 46,700 plus plus generous benefit package and holiday allowance
South Gloucestershire and Stroud College, also known as SGS College, is a college of further education and higher education based in South Gloucestershire and Stroud, England. It was established in February 2012 following the merger of Filton College and Stroud College.
SGS College's Finance department has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Operational Finance at our Filton campus.
The main purpose of this role is to :
- Lead the operational finance functions of the Finance department: Accounts Payable, Income and Money Management Service teams.
- Make certain procedures result in robust control of supplier payments, income collection and provision of financial support to learners.
- Raise the profile of the Finance department through the provision of a service that meets the needs of all stakeholders.
- Deputise, when required, for the Director of Finance
As the Head of Operational Finance you will have 3 direct reposts and oversee a wider team of 15
Keys skills needed include:
- CCAB qualified accountant or equivalent
- Experience of financial management, including in operational finance, financial control, and compliance.
- Proven track record of leading and developing finance teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners.
For more information about this exciting role or to receive a candidate pack please contact Nicola Shaw
