<p><strong>Role Title:</strong> Director of Finance (FIN24-010)</p><p><strong>Normal Workbase:</strong> Your normal place of work is the Stoke Campus, but you will be required to work or</p><p>be based at any premises the University occupies or any other reasonable location</p><p>where the University is undertaking its business.</p><p><strong>Grade:</strong> 12</p><p><strong>Role Family:</strong> Senior and Ultimate Lead</p><p><strong>Reporting To</strong>: Chief Financial Officer</p><p><strong>Responsible For:</strong> Director of Business, Planning and Resources</p><p>Head of Financial Planning and Analysis</p><p>Head of Sustainable Strategic Procurement</p><p>Head of Financial Operations</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Summary of the Role</strong></p><p>Lead the development, deployment and evaluation of the Five-Year Financial Strategy, to support the delivery of the</p><p>Strategic Plan and the strategic priorities.</p><p><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></p><ol><li>Design and manage the delivery of the operational plan to support the Five-Year Financial Strategy including</li></ol><p>academic resource planning, student number planning, the further development of the Target Operating Model,</p><p>budget preparation and forecasting, procurement, treasury management, tax and VAT compliance and the capital</p><p>master plan.</p><ol start="2"><li>Design and manage the delivery of the Financial Regulations and supporting policies and procedures across the</li></ol><p>university, ensuring that these are designed and implemented in accordance with regulatory, legal and statutory</p><p>requirements, and are in compliance with internal and external audit requirements.</p><ol start="3"><li>Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory financial requirements including the preparation of the annual</li></ol><p>consolidated Financial Statements, and the required reporting to regulatory bodies.</p><ol start="4"><li>Design and manage the operational approach to supporting all schools and services across the University with</li></ol><p>their financial management, through the finance business partnering approach.</p><ol start="5"><li>Lead and manage the staff within Finance, in accordance with university policies and procedures, delivering our</li></ol><p>approach for an inclusive culture, in line with our values, whilst ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of all.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role Dimensions</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p>To be successful in this role you will need to hold the following qualification requirements:</p><ul><li>Relevant professional accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)</li></ul><p>Experience and Knowledge Requirements</p><p>To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Thorough understanding of Higher Education sector including its future direction and a regional and national</li></ul><p>level.</p><ul><li>Strong analytical skills with both quantitative and qualitative data, coupled with the ability to understand</li></ul><p>themes and identify key messages form complex data sets.</p><ul><li>An experienced and credible senior leader, comfortable at operating in high profile, uncertain environments,</li></ul><p>with a style that encourages openness, transparency and empowerment.</p><ul><li>High level communication skills, both written and oral, with the capability of influencing a direction of travel.</li></ul><p><strong>Core Competencies</strong></p><p>As a University we have aligned success, in all roles, to the demonstration of all ten Behavioural Competencies that</p><p>bring our Values to life. Demonstrating these Behaviours is a critical part of a successful career at the University of</p><p>Staffordshire. Whilst you are expected to demonstrate all ten behaviours, five core behaviours have been identified as</p><p>essential for success in the Senior and Ultimate Lead role family as follows:</p><p><strong>Making Relationships Work</strong></p><p>Builds great working relationships, internally and externally, through an honest, open and collaborative approach.</p><p>Communicates effectively and adapts their style to suit the audience or individual, always considering the needs of</p><p>others</p><p><strong>Sees the Bigger Picture</strong></p><p>Thinks and plans several steps ahead. Delivering today's commitments with an eye on future changes and</p><p>requirement. Works collaboratively across the organisation understanding where and how things link together to</p><p>enhance the reputation of the University</p><p><strong>Personal Credibility</strong></p><p>Takes pride in doing a great job. Demonstrates energy and commitment in all aspects of the role. Focuses on the</p><p>things that make the biggest difference to the University, the team and the department.</p><p><strong>Leadership</strong></p><p>Demonstrates leadership of self or self and others if in a management role. Takes responsibility for own actions and</p><p>where in a manager/leader role, the actions of their team. Demonstrates the University values consistently in the way</p><p>they work. Inspires others by their actions.</p><p><strong>Digital</strong></p><p>Demonstrates a positive approach to working with University systems, software and technology. In an ever-changing</p><p>environment seeks out opportunities to embrace change using digital skills, software, and technology to improve</p><p>processes and drive behavioural and organisational change.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Fair and Inclusive * Curious and Daring * Ambitious and Inspirational * Innovative and Enterprising</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLmhld2l0dC40MDM3NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing business based in Barnsley.</p><p>This is a hybrid role offering flexible working hours and the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic finance team supporting a growing manufacturing business. The successful candidate will take ownership of the AP ledger and play a key role in financial reporting, supplier management, and process improvement.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job title: </strong>Accounts Payable Clerk </p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Barnsley (hybrid working available)<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Permanent</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the Accounts Payable ledger and ensure timely invoice processing</li><li>Accurately code supplier costs and maintain vendor payment records</li><li>Prepare weekly and ad hoc payment runs </li><li>Support monthly reporting and compliance requirements</li><li>Resolve supplier queries and manage new vendor setups</li><li>Assist with cash forecasting and credit card account management</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and support external audit</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Ideal Candidate:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including formulas and pivot tables</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy</li><li>Effective communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits </strong></p><ul><li>£35,000</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Flexible working patterns</li><li>Free parking and on a public transport route</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjY0NjQ3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="494" data-end="872">Our client is a fast growing, Manchester based business in the consumer goods and retail sector. With continued expansion across UK and international markets, they are seeking an experienced Senior Credit Controller to take ownership of their credit function and support further growth.</p><br><br>The Role<br><br><p data-start="892" data-end="1200">As Senior Credit Controller, you will play a key role in managing the company's credit risk and ensuring healthy cash flow. You'll oversee the end to end credit control process, working closely with both internal teams and external customers to drive performance, reduce aged debt, and improve processes.</p><p data-end="1200" data-start="892">£25 - £28 per hour. </p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul><li>Manage the full credit control function, including setting and reviewing credit limits, chasing overdue accounts, and allocating payments.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Lead on the preparation of aged debt reports and cash flow forecasts for management.</li><li>Resolve complex or escalated queries efficiently, maintaining a professional approach at all times.</li><li>Support month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Drive process improvements within the credit control and accounts receivable function.</li><li>Mentor and support junior members of the finance team as the department grows.</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience as a Senior Credit Controller or Credit Control Lead in a fast paced, product based business (FMCG, retail, wholesale, or manufacturing).</li><li>Strong understanding of credit risk management, debtor reporting, and cash collection.</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a confident and professional telephone manner.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office).</li><li>Supportive and collaborative finance team environment</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMzIzMjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
