About North East ScreenNorth East Screen is dedicated to making North East England a destination for sustainable global film and TV production. It will provide new career opportunities, well-paid jobs and ensure the industry has good working practices, inclusivity and accessibility at its heart. This reflects the region's commitment to making the North East a great place to live, work and play.The North East Screen delivery programme is designed to steadily grow demand balanced with capacity; increasing inward investment and regional production spend, responsibly driving employment, and indigenous company growth.The RoleWe’re looking for an experienced Head/Director of Finance who has in-depth understanding of financial business planning and budget management who has experience of managing seven-figure budgets and is looking for a new challenge. Job RequirementsQualificationsMSc in Accounting and Finance/MBA or relevant certification.Qualified Accountant qualifications (CCABs, ACA, CPA, CFA, and CIMA) with at least 5 years post qualified experience, or equivalent.Experience and SkillsProven work experience as a Head/Director of Finance or similar role, in a publicly funded organisation or charity.In-depth understanding of cash flow management, bank reconciliation and bookkeeping.Hands-on experience with preparing, controlling and risk management of 7-figure budgets.Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models.Proficiency in the most up-to-date accounting software.Experience in and knowledge of HR processes and procedures.Solid analytical and decision-making skills.Leadership ability - confident and sympathetic staff management skills and the ability to build and train teams.A continuous improvement mindset, with a passion for improving existing systems and processes.Job ResponsibilitiesYou must become an ambassador for organisational culture by role modelling company vision, behaviours, and values.You will support the CE to set the strategic directives, business plans and budgets for submission to the Board, and attend board meetings to deal with any financial issues or questions.Together with CE and the other members of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you will develop a programme of activities which aligns to funding requirements, required outputs and secured funding budgets.Ensure all legal obligations are met in accordance with the funding criteria of our stakeholders.Financial business planning and budget management.Financial control and reporting.Statutory reporting and governance.Audit management, liaising with the external auditors, preparing year-end financial statements, schedules and notes.Advise on and manage contracting systems and processes.Develop and maintain authorisation and procurement protocols.Oversee payroll.Oversee VAT return.Salary£54,600 pro rata, per annumBased in Sunderland with time in Hartlepool.
Job Title
Finance Director