Head of Finance

Strategic:

• Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Operations Officer (COO), Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Trust Board, and senior managers.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to prepare annual financial forecasts, corporate strategies, and plans.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximise the Trust's financial resources.
• Foster strong working relationships with key partners.

Operational:

• Lead the strategic planning process, including annual budgets, forecasts, and funding requirements.
• Develop and maintain financial systems to ensure accurate cash forecasts and proactive cash management.
• Oversee income collection procedures and minimise debt issues.
• Prepare annual Trust budgets in alignment with strategic objectives.
• Monitor income and expenditure budgets and provide early warning of potential difficulties.
• Provide accurate and timely financial information for effective budgetary control and decision-making.
• Manage and improve procurement processes and insurance arrangements.
• Ensure robust financial structures and controls are in place to support sound financial management.

Compliance and Governance:

• Maintain the Trust's accounts in accordance with regulatory standards and financial procedures.
• Advise on financial policies and procedures.
• Manage relationships with auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure probity and legislative compliance of all financial transactions.

Staff Management and Development:

• Lead, manage, and develop staff within the finance function within St. Albans and surrounding herts/beds locations
• Promote a strong customer service ethos and uphold high professional standards.
• Foster collaboration with other Trust functions.