Head of Finance. Job in Blackburn Education & Training Jobs

Head of Finance Closing date: Friday, 31 January 2025 Location: Blackburn Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum Contract type: Permanent Department: Finance Hours: 37.5 hours Training 2000 is a large, independent training provider, based in Blackburn, Lancashire and is owned by the University of Central Lancashire. We have a heritage of over 50 years in Lancashire, delivering learning and development solutions and pride ourselves on delivery excellence in learning and creating outstanding talent. We are looking for someone to join a welcoming and supportive Senior Management Team where we share a compelling vision for the future whilst functioning cohesively as a unit. The successful individual will need to ensure and support strong financial governance of the business through the application of robust internal controls and the provision of high-quality financial information, advice and guidance. You will play a critical role in helping build financial understanding across the business whilst developing and maintaining positive working relationships both internally and externally including with colleagues at the University. Requirements Fully qualified CCAB, CIMA or equivalent At least five years post-qualified experience working within a corporate or SME finance environment Experience of preparation and presentation of finance reports to non-finance managers Experience meeting regular reporting deadlines Experience preparing financial statements for publication and coordinating external audit activity Managerial experience at middle or senior level Why work for Training 2000? We believe Training 2000 is a great place to work. We genuinely care about our employees and offer a highly competitive benefits package, including: 27 days holiday (increasing to 32 days in accordance with service) plus Bank Holidays Birthday leave Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 5 days holiday per year Contributory pension scheme (after a qualifying period) Life insurance based on 4 x annual salary Annual CPD days and opportunities for career development and progression Family friendly policies Modern facilities Scope for hybrid working Free parking (on and off-site) Access to Employee Assistance Programme Equality of Opportunity Training 2000 are committed to equality, diversity and access for all. Applicants who, because of a disability, would prefer recruitment information/application forms in a more accessible format should contact the HR team. Safeguarding Statement Training 2000 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, learners, sub-contractors, employers and visitors to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to the receipt of enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or a check via the Update Service as well as other recruitment checks.

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