It’s a varied role that goes beyond traditional finance business partnering. You’ll work closely with senior leaders across areas including HR, Legal, Libraries and Registration Services, helping them understand their financial position. Alongside this, you’ll act as the Council’s client-side finance representative for their Achieving for Children contract, building a strong relationship with its finance team and ensuring effective financial management of the commissioned services it delivers.

The role:
Reporting to the Head of Finance Business Partnering, you’ll take ownership of relationships across the Resources and Chief Executive directorates, providing the insight and challenge needed to ensure effective financial management.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead on budget setting, financial planning, forecasting and monitoring across the Resources and the Chief Executive’s directorates.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders, providing financial advice and challenging assumptions that support decision making.
• Acting as the Council’s finance representative for the Achieving for Children contract, developing an effective relationship with its finance team and ensuring financial assumptions and forecasts are understood and robust.
•  Identifying financial risks and opportunities, providing clear analysis and highlighting areas requiring management attention.
• Managing and supporting a small finance team, helping less experienced colleagues develop while ensuring high standards of financial management and delivery.
• Contributing to the ongoing development of the Council’s finance function and its approach to financial planning and forecasting.

What are we looking for?
You’ll be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with experience in a finance business partnering or similar role.

We’re interested in people who can demonstrate:

• Strong financial forecasting and budget management experience, with the ability to understand the underlying drivers behind the numbers and communicate them with key stakeholders.
• Capable of constructively challenging senior stakeholders on financial assumptions.
• Proven ability in developing others, providing direction, guidance and coaching.
• The ability to communicate financial information in a way that helps non-finance colleagues understand their position and make better decisions.

Local government experience would be great, particularly an understanding of the financial challenges facing councils, but it isn’t essential. We’re open to candidates from other sectors who can demonstrate strong forecasting, business partnering and people management experience. Just as importantly, we’d like someone who has taken the time to understand the council, what we’re trying to achieve and how they can contribute.

For more information on this role please contact Chris Macdonald at Ivy Rock Partners on chrismacdonald@ivyrockpartners.com or 07418 349 910.

The Greater London Authority (GLA) is the centre of government for London, serving both the Mayor and the London Assembly. The Mayor of London sets the budget and is responsible for making London a better place for everyone and the Assembly holds the Mayor and Mayoral advisers to account. The GLA itself plays a key role in delivering projects across Greater London over areas including Housing, Transport, Environment, Culture, Economy and Regeneration.

Over the 18 months the finance team have been through a modernisation and expansion journey, which has left the team better placed to support the delivery of the amazing work the GLA does. We are now recruiting for the final two roles, both of which will be able to have a major impact across London and the people who live, work and travel there.

The Finance Business Partner will manage a small team supporting directorate leaders, including the Chief Officer, Chief Finance Officer and the Mayors Chief of Staff. They will ensure the achievement of strategic objectives through the provision of high-quality strategic finance advice, direction, insight and support. This includes multi-year horizon scanning, understanding of the position of the GLA as a whole, funding streams, and making appropriate connections between separate issues. They will be expected to influence and challenge strategic decisions and offer innovative financial solutions.

To be suitable for the role you need to be a fully qualified accountant with significant experience of providing financial advice and support in a large complex organisation. The ability to challenge and influence, as well as providing innovative solutions is essential.

GLA offers a hybrid working environment, with an expectation you are in the office 50% of the time.

To find out more about the role, the GLA and why you should work there, please contact Will Ryan at Ivy Rock Partners on 07909030965 or willryan@ivyrockpartners.com

Application is via CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no more than 2 pages and should cover why you are interested in the role and use the STAR method to highlight your relevant experience.

The closing date is Monday 23rd November.

The Greater London Authority (GLA) is the centre of government for London, serving both the Mayor and the London Assembly. The Mayor of London sets the budget and is responsible for making London a better place for everyone and the Assembly holds the Mayor and Mayoral advisers to account. The GLA itself plays a key role in delivering projects across Greater London over areas including Housing, Transport, Environment, Culture, Economy and Regeneration.

Over the 18 months the finance team have been through a modernisation and expansion journey, which has left the team better placed to support the delivery of the amazing work the GLA does. We are now recruiting for the final two roles, both of which will be able to have a major impact across London and the people who live, work and travel there.

The Capital Strategy & Reporting Accountant will take a lead role in shaping capital strategy, strengthening capital reporting and providing expert technical advice on major investment decisions for the GLA rather than it functional bodies. Approximately 60% of the role focus will be on the capital strategy and business partnering and 40% on technical accounting.

The role will lead the development, implementation and annual review of the GLA’s Capital Strategy, ensuring that investment priorities, funding requirements and financing decisions support the organisation’s strategic priorities. As well as working closely with Finance Business Partners, Financial Accounting and Treasury colleagues, to bring together the technical and strategic elements of capital finance ensuring a joined-up approach, it will also take ownership of key elements of the GLA’s capital accounting and reporting framework, including year-end closure, statutory reporting, fixed assets and capital financing.

To be suitable for the role you need to be a fully qualified accountant with significant experience working within the capital accounting function of a large and complex public sector organisation, ideally a local authority. Experience of delivering published financial statements is essential whilst strong knowledge of the Codes of Practice on Local Authority Accounting and relevant capital and finance accounting regulations are highly desirable.

The GLA is looking for someone who can combine technical authority with pragmatism: somebody able to challenge assumptions, solve complex problems and ensure that sound capital accounting supports better strategic investment decisions.

GLA offers a hybrid working environment, with an expectation you are in the office 50% of the time.

To find out more about the role, the GLA and why you should work there, please contact Will Ryan at Ivy Rock Partners on 07909030965 or willryan@ivyrockpartners.com

Application is via CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no more than 2 pages and should cover why you are interested in the role and use the STAR method to highlight your relevant experience.

The closing date is Monday 23rd November.

The organisation is looking for an experienced Head of IT to provide technical leadership and assurance across IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, resilience, AI & automation, technical standards and third-party technology services.

The key focus of the role will be managing 3rd parties, working on and embedding AI governance and ideally, the successful candidate will come from a technical background.

Key skills and experience required for the Head of IT:

• Senior technical IT leadership across infrastructure, cybersecurity, operations, AI and service resilience.
• Owning or leading an organisational AI strategy, roadmap, governance framework or portfolio of AI-enabled initiatives.
• Technically assuring third-party vendors, challenging designs and holding suppliers accountable for delivery and remediation.
• Supporting engineering and delivery teams with infrastructure, environments, deployment, security and operational readiness.
• Developing and communicating technology policies, guidance, training and best practice to non-technical audiences.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, networks, endpoints, identity, cloud and hybrid infrastructure.
• Knowledge of AI technologies, automation, responsible AI principles, governance, security, data, integration and operational considerations.
• Knowledge of security architecture, access management, vulnerability management, incident response, backup, disaster recovery and continuity.
• Knowledge of IT service management, technical governance, risk, audit and operational control frameworks.
• Credible technical judgement, constructive challenge and clear communication with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to translate complex technology and AI topics into practical guidance, standards and decisions.
• Ability to balance innovation, security, resilience, delivery pace, cost and user needs.
• Relevant technical qualification or equivalent experience.
• ITIL 4 and security, architecture, cloud, AI or governance certifications are desirable.

These four new Deputy Directors of Finance Business Partnering will each lead a key portfolio of faculties & directorates across the university: Physical & Digital Infrastructure, Student & Education, Partnerships & Commercial and Research & Innovation.

With a turnover of £1.5bn, over 40,000 students and an ambitious strategy for growth and investment, this is an exciting time to join Kings and play a key role in shaping its financial future.

These are fantastic opportunities for experienced finance leaders who enjoy building strong stakeholder relationships, influencing strategic decisions and leading high-performing finance business partnering teams.

We’ve created a dedicated recruitment site with further information about the roles, the finance function, benefits and how to apply: https://ivyrockpartners.wixsite.com/kingscollege

If you’d like to discuss any of the opportunities, please get in touch directly with me on philsouthern@ivyrockpartners.com or 07717 229627

The charity is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to provide financial insight, strategic advice and constructive challenge across the organisation, with a particular focus on fundraising and income generation.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will partner with teams across the charity, including Individual Giving, Philanthropy, Corporate Partnerships, Community and Events, and Marketing & Communications. You will help budget holders make informed decisions, improve financial performance and maximise the impact of the charity’s resources.

Key responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for designated teams, providing clear analysis and actionable recommendations.
• Deliver accurate management accounts, financial reporting and variance analysis, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Support fundraising strategy, investment appraisals and business cases, including financial modelling and return-on-investment analysis.
• Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with charity accounting requirements, fundraising regulations and Gift Aid.
• Improve financial systems, reporting and processes, including the integration of Sage, CRM and fundraising platforms such as JustGiving and Eventbrite.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and budget holders, providing financial guidance and training to non-finance colleagues.
• Oversee and support the development of the Cashier and Legacies Assistant.

About you

You will be an experienced finance professional with strong business partnering skills and a track record of supporting fundraising or income-generating teams. You will be comfortable challenging and influencing stakeholders, translating complex financial information into practical insights and supporting strategic decision-making.

Essential criteria:

• CCAB-qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), or part-qualified with substantial relevant experience.
• Strong management accounting and finance business partnering experience.
• Significant experience supporting fundraising or income-generating functions.
• Proven budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to influence and constructively challenge.
• Advanced Excel skills and a strong eye for detail.
• An understanding of charity finance, the Charities SORP, fundraising regulations and Gift Aid.

Desirable: Experience with Sage or similar finance systems, Power BI, FP&A, and a strong understanding of fundraising income streams and performance metrics.

The opportunity

This is an opportunity to combine senior-level financial business partnering with meaningful social impact, helping a well-established charity make informed financial decisions that support its mission and the people it serves.

To find out more or express your interest, please contact Dolapo Sanya at Ivy Rock Partners for a confidential discussion.

The organisation is looking for an experienced Head of IT to provide technical leadership and assurance across IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, resilience, AI & automation, technical standards and third-party technology services.

Key skills and experience required for the Head of IT:

• Senior technical IT leadership across infrastructure, cybersecurity, operations, AI and service resilience.
• Owning or leading an organisational AI strategy, roadmap, governance framework or portfolio of AI-enabled initiatives.
• Technically assuring third-party vendors, challenging designs and holding suppliers accountable for delivery and remediation.
• Supporting engineering and delivery teams with infrastructure, environments, deployment, security and operational readiness.
• Developing and communicating technology policies, guidance, training and best practice to non-technical audiences.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, networks, endpoints, identity, cloud and hybrid infrastructure.
• Knowledge of AI technologies, automation, responsible AI principles, governance, security, data, integration and operational considerations.
• Knowledge of security architecture, access management, vulnerability management, incident response, backup, disaster recovery and continuity.
• Knowledge of IT service management, technical governance, risk, audit and operational control frameworks.
• Credible technical judgement, constructive challenge and clear communication with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to translate complex technology and AI topics into practical guidance, standards and decisions.
• Ability to balance innovation, security, resilience, delivery pace, cost and user needs.
• Relevant technical qualification or equivalent experience.
• ITIL 4 and security, architecture, cloud, AI or governance certifications are desirable.

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect, who in an ideal world will have experienced working as part of smaller organisations, demonstrating full ownership, life cycle, and completion across technology driven projects. We are not looking for Solution Architects who have written documents, presented to the TDA.

The Solutions Architect will play a key role in the organisation’s transformation programmes, working across strategic initiatives involving CRM, ERP, digital platforms, integration, data and business process improvement.

This is not a purely technical or documentation-driven role. We are looking for someone who can engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels, challenge assumptions, negotiate priorities, and help define requirements where they are incomplete or unclear.

The successful candidate will be comfortable guiding discussions towards pragmatic and effective outcomes. Working closely with architects, project managers, product managers, business stakeholders, suppliers and delivery teams, the Solutions Architect will translate business objectives into coherent solution designs aligned to the Enterprise Architecture principles and technology strategy.

Key accountabilities & tasks for the Solution Architect (Transformation)

• Design end-to-end business and technology solutions across the application landscape.
• Produce high-level and detailed solution designs, integration models, data flows and architectural artefacts where appropriate.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, supportable and aligned with Enterprise Architecture standards.
• Assess solution options and make recommendations based on business value, cost, risk and technical suitability.
• Support major transformation initiatives involving business process redesign, platform modernisation and digital service improvement.
• Contribute to the evolution of target architecture and technology roadmap.
• Help shape future-state business capabilities and supporting technology solutions.
• Support the transition from Legacy systems to modern cloud-based and SaaS platforms.
• Lead solution design across CRM, ERP and related enterprise platforms and capabilities.
• Define integration patterns between core business systems and third-party applications.
• Work with business teams to understand operational processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure data flows and business processes remain coherent across multiple platforms.
• Facilitate workshops, discovery sessions and solution design activities.
• Challenge requirements constructively to ensure underlying business needs are fully understood.
• Influence stakeholders to achieve consensus on solution direction.
• Work effectively when requirements are incomplete, ambiguous or evolving.
• Act as a trusted advisor to both business and technical teams.
• Provide architectural leadership throughout project delivery.
• Support engineering teams during implementation and design review activities.
• Identify technical risks, dependencies and constraints and propose mitigation strategies.
• Review supplier proposals and participate in technology evaluations.
• Participate in architecture review and governance processes.
• Ensure solutions comply with security, compliance and data protection requirements.
• Promote reuse of architectural patterns, standards and best practices.
• Support continuous improvement of architecture methods and ways of working.

Key skills and experience required for the Solution Architect (Transformation)

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect, Technical Architect or similar senior architecture role.
• Experience supporting large-scale business transformation programmes.
• Strong understanding of enterprise business processes and operating models.
• Experience working with CRM platforms, ERP systems, and SaaS-based business applications.
• Strong knowledge of system integration, APIs, cloud services and data architecture principles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrable ability to negotiate, influence and challenge constructively.
• Able to facilitate discussions between technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience producing architecture models and design documentation proportionate to project needs.
• Experience with AWS and/or Azure.
• Experience within education, assessment, awarding organisations or regulated industries.
• Experience with enterprise integration platforms and API-led architecture.
• Familiarity with business capability modelling and enterprise architecture practices.
• Understanding of information security, GDPR and governance frameworks.
• Experience of vendor selection and supplier management.

As Finance Director, you will join the V&A at a time of strategic transformation and change, as it continues to develop its ambitious programme of exhibitions and activities following the recent openings of V&A East Museum and V&A East Storehouse. As the V&A’s senior finance professional, you will be accountable for the financial health, financial control and financial reporting of the museum group. You will lead the Finance and Procurement teams and the development of the V&A’s financial strategy, providing the Executive Board and Board of Trustees with clear insight and advice to inform major decisions and support long-term financial resilience.

Key duties are as follows:

• Lead and develop the Finance and Procurement teams, sustaining a highly motivated and collaborative culture, and act as a visible member of the V&A’s senior leadership team, contributing to corporate decisions beyond the finance remit
• Lead the provision of financial performance reporting to the Executive Board and Board of Trustees, presenting a clear and forward-looking account of the V&A’s financial position
• Act as the principal executive lead for the Audit and Risk Committee, working with the Chair to shape the forward programme of business and ensuring the Committee receives timely, high-quality papers
• Own the development and management of the V&A’s multi-year strategic financial model
• Advise the Executive Board and Board of Trustees on the financial implications of strategic choices, including major capital projects and commercial initiatives
• Develop and maintain the V&A’s reserves, investment and treasury policies, and oversee management of the investment portfolio in line with them
• Lead the annual budgeting cycle, ensuring alignment with the V&A’s business plans and strategic priorities
• Lead the V&A’s statutory and external financial reporting and act as a senior adviser on government accounting, maintaining a strong financial relationship with DCMS
• Maintain a strong and proportionate financial control environment and provide leadership of the procurement function, driving value for money across the V&A

This role is a maternity cover and will be offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis.

Why work at the V&A?

• Hybrid working at the V&A South Kensington offices (minimum three days per week in the office)
• 5.5% employer pension contribution (10% post probation)
• 29 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Tickets to V&A exhibitions for you, your friends or family plus discounts in V&A shops and cafes
• Free entrance to many major museums and exhibitions

You will:

• Be a qualified accountant and an experienced senior finance leader with the credibility and experience to operate effectively at Director level, including a track record of leading finance teams in a large and complex organisation
• Have relevant senior finance leadership experience within a charity, not-for-profit or public sector organisation
• Bring strong technical and strategic finance experience, including statutory reporting and multi-year financial planning and forecasting
• Be a confident and credible adviser, able to communicate complex financial issues clearly to non-finance colleagues, Executive Board members and trustees
• Bring sound judgement, a collaborative leadership style and a strong track record of developing high-performing teams

Key information:

• The role is being managed on behalf of the V&A by Ivy Rock Partners. For a confidential conversation please reach out to Holly Arrowsmith for further information.
• The application deadline is Monday 26th October.
• Interviews will take place on 3rd and 13th November as part of a two-stage process. Candidates unable to attend in person on these dates are encouraged to apply and contact Holly at Ivy Rock Partners to discuss alternative arrangements.

The Greater London Authority (GLA) is the centre of government for London, serving both the Mayor and the London Assembly. The Mayor of London sets the budget and is responsible for making London a better place for everyone and the Assembly holds the Mayor and Mayoral advisers to account. The GLA itself plays a key role in delivering projects across Greater London over areas including Housing, Transport, Environment, Culture, Economy and Regeneration.

One of the Mayor’s highest priorities is the delivery of affordable homes, to ensure this is delivered the GLA has set up, and will continue to set up, limited companies to enable the Mayor to take a commercial role (for example, joint ventures, equity investments) in supporting a range of housing developments.

Of these companies, the largest is GLA Land and Property Limited (GLAP) which was set up in April 2012, and inherited 635 hectares of land. All of the land inherited has now either been developed, is in the course of development, is contractually committed for development or is subject to a procurement process. This is with the aim of encouraging investment, creating jobs and helping meet London’s housing needs, particularly the provision of affordable housing.

The developments include a site on the Greenwich Peninsula that is seeking to deliver over 17,000 new homes, as well significant development sites in the Royal Docks in East London.

The Finance Business Partner will act as a trusted finance advisor to senior stakeholders across Development, Estates, Investment and Corporate functions, providing financial insight, challenge and support to inform decision-making on major regeneration schemes, property investments, land development projects and commercial activities. There will be a focus on ensuring commercial viability and value for money. The role will lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance monitoring processes across the GLAP asset portfolio including maintaining the 30 year business plan model including stress testing and scenario modelling.  The role will also  support statutory reporting, audit delivery and governance requirements.

To be suitable for the role you need to be a qualified accountant with proven experience of influencing and challenging senior stakeholders, ideally in a property, house building or large capital development setting. Strong financial modelling experience and a commercial mindset is also essential.

GLA offers a hybrid working environment.

To find out more about the role please contact Will Ryan at Ivy Rock Partners on 07909030965 or willryan@ivyrockpartners.com

Application is via CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no more than 2 pages and should cover why you are interested in the role and use the STAR method to highlight your relevant experience.

The closing date is Monday 2nd November.

The Director of Finance and Operations plays an important role within RCOphth, providing strategic leadership, oversight and development of a portfolio of corporate support functions. This includes finance, membership, HR, IT and facilities. This role forms a key part of the College’s Senior Leadership Team, taking corporate responsibility for the overall direction and operational management of the charity.

Key responsibilities are as follows:

• Provide strategic leadership and quality assurance for the annual budgeting and forecasting process
• Present financial reports and analysis to the Finance Committee and Board of Trustees to underpin informed discussion and decision-making
• Provide executive oversight of the annual audit and statutory reporting process, including the production of the annual report, working closely with auditors and ensuring that any management control points are implemented promptly
• Lead trustee engagement on investment strategy and monitor investment performance
• Manage a team of 4 direct reports and wider team of finance and corporate services professionals
• Oversee membership strategy to support sustained growth, identifying new opportunities to develop our offer to UK and international members
• Lead on other key operational areas including IT and facilities management, and HR ensuring the smooth running of the organisation and play a full and active role as a member of the SLT, contributing to the development and delivery of the College’s strategy and organisational priorities

What’s in it for you?

• Salary of £85,000 per annum
• Hybrid working of 2 days per week from the central London office and the remainder from home
• Core working hours of 10am – 4pm
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and a Christmas closure period.
• Employer pension contribution up to 15%
• A range of wellbeing benefits, including early Friday finishes during the summer, an enhanced employee assistance programme and a health cash plan.

You will:

• Be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)
• Have experience in a senior leadership role at Head of, Deputy Director or Director level.
• Understand charity accounting standards and the considerations involved in operating within a not-for-profit environment.
• Have held responsibility for at least one non-finance function and be able to demonstrate your ability to lead non-finance teams from both an operational and strategic perspective.
• Be comfortable advising and working closely with trustees, committees and senior stakeholders.
• Bring a collaborative, pragmatic and values-led approach to organisational leadership.

How to apply

The recruitment of the Director of Finance and Operations is being managed exclusively on behalf of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists by Ivy Rock Partners. To apply, or to arrange a confidential conversation about the opportunity, please contact Holly Arrowsmith.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1st November with interviews expected to take place in November.

Ivy Rock Partners and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The area of Enfield is going through a period of significant investment and transformation. Over the next decade, the Council expects to manage more than £2billion of investment, spanning major regeneration, new housing, infrastructure, and commercial development.

The region is home to some of London’s major regeneration projects, alongside the redevelopment of industrial areas and a substantial programme to increase the supply of social housing throughout the borough.

The Role:

As the Capital and Investment Accountant, you will sit within a specialist finance team responsible for the financial management of the Council’s capital and investment activity. You will be assessing whether major projects align financially, advising senior stakeholders on investment decisions and ensuring the programmes remain financially viable.

In this role you will:

• Review the existing financial models and appraisals for major capital and investment projects.
• Use Discounted Cash Flow modelling, sensitivity analysis, and option appraisals to assess viability, risk, and potential returns.
• Provide financial advice across major developments and housing investment programmes.
• Take control of your portfolio and become a trusted adviser to budget holders and stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of major projects.

What we are looking for:

To be suitable for this role you will need to be either CCAB qualified accountant, or actively working towards qualification, with a strong grounding in finance and an interest in capital investment and commercial projects. With advanced Excel skills, you will be confident reviewing financial models, have a strong understanding of financial reporting, and be able to communicate complex financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders.

This is an opportunity to influence some of the Council’s most important investment decisions. In return, the Council offer a flexible hybrid working policy of 2 days per week in the office, an excellent pension through the LGPS pension scheme and up to 31 days annual leave.

For more information on the Council, and to see the full job description, please contact Chris Macdonald at Ivy Rock Partners on chrismacdonald@ivyrockpartners.com or 07418 349 910.

Closing date: Friday 16th October
Interviews will take place on: 28th October

The Greater London Authority (GLA) is the centre of government for London, serving both the Mayor and the London Assembly. The Mayor of London sets the budget and is responsible for making London a better place for everyone and the Assembly holds the Mayor and Mayoral advisers to account. The GLA itself plays a key role in delivering projects across Greater London over areas including Housing, Transport, Environment, Culture, Economy and Regeneration.

The Finance Modeller is a newly created role, which will work closely with their manager to support the development and assurance of the GLA Group’s future funding and infrastructure strategy. The role is responsible for producing robust financial forecasts, providing independent model assurance, and delivering advice and analysis to senior leaders in the GLA’s finance, policy and Mayoral directorates

To be suitable for this role you need to be a highly analytical individual with the ability to develop, maintain and assure financial models, supporting strategic decision-making, business planning and performance forecasting. As well as strong modelling skills you will need the ability to challenge assumption and translate complex medium and long-term financial information into clear, concise briefings. Exposure to supporting large scale development projects is highly desirable.

GLA offers a hybrid working environment.

To find out more about the role and organisation and why you should work there please contact Will Ryan at Ivy Rock Partners on 07909030965 or willryan@ivyrockpartners.com

Application is via CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no more than 2 pages and should cover why you are interested in the role and use the STAR method to highlight your relevant experience.

The closing date is Monday 26th October.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior finance professional to play a key role in strengthening the charity’s financial reporting, controls and processes. The Head of Finance, Accounts and Audit will lead the financial accounting and controls function, ensuring robust and efficient processes are in place across monthly and quarterly reporting, year-end accounting and audit.

Working closely with the COO and Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, you will provide senior financial accounting expertise and leadership across the organisation. A summary of key duties is as follows:

• Lead and manage the financial accounting function, overseeing two Finance Officers.
• Lead the preparation for year-end and ensure a smooth, well-organised audit process.
• Oversee monthly and quarterly financial reporting, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Simplify and strengthen the organisation’s ledger and VAT return processes.
• Ensure robust financial controls, processes and documentation are in place, with accurate and accessible financial information readily available to the wider team.
• Work closely with the existing finance team and provide senior financial accounting expertise and leadership.

About You

• You will be a qualified accountant with strong experience across financial accounting, reporting and year-end processes.
• You will have experience of leading or managing a financial accounting function, ideally with experience of managing junior team members.
• Previous experience working within the charity sector would be advantageous, with an understanding of restricted and unrestricted funds particularly beneficial.
• You will have strong technical accounting and financial controls experience, with the ability to improve and simplify existing processes.
• You will be proactive, organised and comfortable working to deadlines.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: circa £65,000 per annum
• 4-day working week at full pay with an innovative approach to working hours
• Hybrid working from offices in central London
• The opportunity to join an international charity delivering life-changing support to children globally

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to take ownership of the organisation’s financial control environment, statutory reporting, cash flow management and finance systems, while playing a key role within a small and collaborative finance function.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Controller will lead a team across transactions, payroll and finance administration, working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation.

The Opportunity

The Financial Controller will be responsible for ensuring a robust financial control environment and the accurate, timely delivery of financial and statutory reporting.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the external audit process and preparation of statutory financial statements.
• Managing statutory and regulatory submissions, including VAT, corporation tax, PAYE and pension reporting.
• Leading monthly financial accounting and group consolidation.
• Taking ownership of the balance sheet and ensuring robust monthly reconciliations.
• Overseeing accounting for restricted funds.
• Owning the organisation’s financial and cash controls, including purchase orders, payroll and expenses.
• Supporting the preparation of budgets, forecasts and longer-term financial plans.
• Leading balance sheet and cash flow planning, reporting and analysis.
• Producing detailed weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Managing borrowings, investments and cash deposits, ensuring appropriate controls and compliance.
• Overseeing payroll operations and associated reporting and compliance.
• Taking ownership of the finance system and chart of accounts.
• Acting as a finance systems superuser and supporting the training of new users.
• Driving continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and controls.
• Providing financial guidance and support to colleagues across the wider organisation.
• Leading, developing and coaching members of the Finance team.

About You

We are looking for a technically strong and experienced finance professional who is comfortable operating across financial control, statutory reporting, audit, systems and team management.

You will ideally have:

• A recognised CCAB accountancy qualification.
• Strong technical accounting experience.
• Proven experience managing external audits, either within an audit firm or on the client side.
• Experience improving financial processes and systems.
• Previous line management and/or coaching experience.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and data skills.
• Excellent organisational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to build strong relationships across different departments.
• Experience within the arts, charity, cultural or wider not-for-profit sector would be particularly relevant, although candidates with transferable experience from other complex organisations will also be considered.

The Organisation

Our client is an established and highly regarded arts and cultural organisation based in London, with a strong public profile and a broad programme of work.

The Finance team plays an important role in supporting the organisation’s continued delivery and ensuring strong financial governance across its operations.

This role would suit a qualified accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller position with significant ownership across financial control, statutory reporting, cash management, systems and team leadership.

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000–£60,000 salary
• Permanent, full-time position
• Hybrid working, with a minimum of three days per week in the London office
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Enhanced sick pay
• Family-friendly and enhanced parental leave policies
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Volunteer day
• Staff events and employee benefits

How to Apply

If you are a qualified accountant with strong financial control experience and are interested in exploring this opportunity, please apply with your CV or contact Ivy Rock Partners for a confidential conversation.

Ivy Rock Partners is managing this recruitment process on behalf of the organisation.

The organisation operates in theatre production, venue management, and performing arts education. Reporting into the Head of Finance, the Senior Finance Manager will lead a small team and play a central role in ensuring high-quality financial support is provided to the Productions function.

You will oversee the delivery of timely and accurate weekly production accounts, providing non-finance stakeholders with a clear understanding of pre-production costs and running profits. You will also ensure that relevant technical accounting and taxation considerations, including theatre tax relief, are appropriately reflected. Alongside production accounting, you will oversee monthly management accounts and reporting for the wider Group, working closely with colleagues across Production Finance and FP&A to ensure accurate financial information supports decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of production accountants, ensuring a high-quality and responsive service to the Productions function.
• Oversee the delivery of accurate and timely weekly production accounts.
• Oversee monthly management accounts and Group reporting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant taxation and company administration requirements.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of statutory accounts and tax returns, supporting the timely receipt of theatre tax relief.
• Act as a key point of contact throughout the annual audit process.
• Contribute to budgeting and reforecasting processes.
• Work with senior Production Finance and FP&A colleagues to maintain accurate show-by-show profit forecasts.
• Identify and deliver process improvement initiatives.

About You

• You will be a qualified accountant with experience within a theatre, production or wider entertainment environment.

You will have:

• An understanding of production accounting and the financial complexities associated with theatre productions.
• Experience of technical accounting considerations within a production environment (including technical financial elements such as theatre tax relief).
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to translate financial information into meaningful insight for non-finance stakeholders.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days per week from offices in south-west London / Surrey.

If you are a finance professional who wants to be able to directly impact Burys ambition to reduce deprivation, while fostering community pride, sustainability, and opportunity for all then we want to hear from you.

Following a restructure the Bury Council are currently recruiting for the last of their key management roles in their finance team. This position will support the Strategic Leads in developing a finance team with a culture focused on continuous improvements to ensure they are providing the financial information that senior leaders need to make informed decisions, helping achieve the Councils ambitious plans.

The role reports into the Strategic Finance Lead (Corporate Resources) and will play a lead role in delivering the Council’s grouped statement of accounts, supporting the integrity of the Council’s core accounting systems and has oversight of the Council’s Balance Sheet. Key responsibilities will include;

• Supporting the timely preparation and production of the Council’s Statement of Accounts
• Building strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the Council, Council entities and with the External Auditor
• Providing technical advice and support to both finance and non-finance stakeholders across the Council
• Maintaining control of the Council’s Balance Sheet to ensure the on-going financial resilience of the Council

To be suitable for the role you need to be a fully qualified accountant with experience in technical finance roles in a complex setting, ideally in the public sector. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical information to a range of stakeholders is also essential. Applications from those in Practice with exposure to public sector clients are also encouraged.

This is your chance to make a tangible difference in shaping financial strategy, supporting public services, and ensuring sustainable growth for our communities. In return, The Council offer a flexible hybrid working arrangement (ideally 2 days per week in the office), a supportive environment, and the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that will influence the borough for years to come.

For more information on the Council and to see the JD please click here HOME | Bury Council or contact Will Ryan at Ivy Rock Partners on WillRyan@IvyRockPartners.com 07909030965.

Application is by CV and covering letter (max. two pages). The supported statement should cover why you are interested in the role alongside specific examples highlighting your relevant experience.

The closing date is Monday 5th October.

It’s an exciting time to join RADA & contribute to one of the world’s most recognised drama schools.

A commercially focused role working primarily with RADA Business, providing management information, insight and challenge to support its ambitious growth plans, while also supporting other commercial areas including Short Courses.

RADA has been at the forefront of dramatic arts training for more than 120 years, while RADA Business takes that expertise into organisations through professional training and coaching.

RADA has been at the forefront of dramatic arts training for more than 120 years, while RADA Business takes that expertise into organisations through professional training and coaching.

We’ve put together a dedicated recruitment site where you can learn much more about RADA, RADA Business, the finance team, benefits and both opportunities, as well as access the full job descriptions and application information.

Take a look here: https://ivyrockpartners.wixsite.com/rada

Closing date: Sunday 4th October
Interviews: 12th, 13th & 16th October

It’s an exciting time to join RADA & contribute to one of the world’s most recognised drama schools.

A broad financial leadership role, taking responsibility for financial control, reporting and cash management across RADA, alongside oversight of the finance team.

RADA has been at the forefront of dramatic arts training for more than 120 years, while RADA Business takes that expertise into organisations through professional training and coaching.

We’ve put together a dedicated recruitment site where you can learn much more about RADA, RADA Business, the finance team, benefits and both opportunities, as well as access the full job descriptions and application information.

Take a look here: https://ivyrockpartners.wixsite.com/rada

Closing date: Sunday 4th October
Interviews: 12th, 13th & 16th October

Leading the finance, procurement and facilities team, the Head of Finance will oversee the organisation’s day-to-day financial operations while contributing to its wider strategic planning and operational development.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading annual and multi-year budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Maintaining effective financial controls and overseeing the year-end process
• Preparing clear and insightful reports for the Finance Committee and Board
• Deputising for the Director of Corporate Services on operational and strategic financial matters
• Leading and developing a multidisciplinary team including coaching and career development support
• Overseeing the organisation’s procurement and facilities functions

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid working, with one to two days per week in the London office
• Flexible working options, including job sharing, compressed hours and adjusted working patterns
• 27 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays and a Christmas office closure

About you

• You will be a qualified accountant who has experience of leading operational finance teams
• You will be comfortable working with committee members and trustees, providing informed advice and constructive challenge on financial matters.
• Candidates from all sectors will be considered, though an appreciation for working in a non-profit environment will be essential
• You will bring a collaborative and inclusive leadership style, as well as ambition to help the organisation develop and grow

The WEA believes every adult should have access to education and its benefits within their local community. Currently, the opportunity for a better future is too often made inaccessible for reasons including cost, location and a lack of information.

The WEA is committed to removing these barriers enabling individuals to improve their own life chances and have a positive impact to their communities and wider society.
The Chief Financial Officer is a key member of the Leadership and Senior Post Holder to the Board, responsible for the Finance, IT, MIS, Procurement and Estates functions. The role will provide strategic insight and advice to the Board while leading a multidisciplinary national team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing medium- to long-term financial models and leading strategic budget planning.
• Presenting strategic budget planning and other key financial information to the Board for sign off.
• Working closely with the Leadership Team and Board to shape financial and operational strategy and to identify and mitigate key financial and operational risks.
• Lead the pursuit of income diversification and unrestricted income to stabilise and grow the charity
• Providing leadership across Finance, IT, MIS, Procurement and Estates.
• Providing financial leadership across both the WEA’s charitable and commercial activities
• Ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and the provision of high-quality management information
• Setting the strategic direction for the WEA’s IT and cybersecurity infrastructure

About You

You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with experience of overseeing the breadth of a finance function.

You will also bring:

• Strong experience of developing medium- to long-term financial models to support strategic and operational decision-making
• The ability to build effective relationships with a range of Leadership Team and Board members
• The confidence to provide constructive challenge and translate complex financial information into clear strategic advice
• An understanding of both commercial and charitable income streams, although candidates from all sectors will be considered understanding of public funding / restricted income is essential.
• Evidence of strong leadership in a senior role
• Previous responsibility for non-finance functions is not essential. Applications are actively encouraged from candidates for whom this opportunity represents a step up in scope and responsibility.

What’s in it for you:

• Salary of £85,000–£90,000, depending on experience;
• Generous annual leave allowance of 30 days, plus bank holidays;
• A remote-first working arrangement, with regular UK travel for Leadership Team meetings and visits to the WEA’s national offices. Travel is expected to include Leadership Team meetings approximately two days per month in London or Leeds, alongside quarterly Board meetings in London;
• The opportunity to shape the financial and operational strategy of an organisation at the forefront of delivering vital educational programmes at both community and national level;
• Agile working opportunities;
• Life assurance cover;
• Well-being programme with Employee Assistance Programme, counselling and Mental Health First Aiders across the association;
• Learning and development opportunities;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Eye care vouchers;
• Staff recognition schemes;
• Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings.

Key Information

The Chief Financial Officer post is being managed exclusively on behalf of WEA by Ivy Rock Partners. For a confidential conversation, please apply or contact Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners.
Interviews are expected to take place in mid-October.

Waltham Forest is a vibrant, open borough rich in culture and diversity, with big aspirations.
We are a young, diverse borough bursting with potential and opportunity with a Council that delivers for our residents, businesses and partners.

The Head of Finance – Close Down provides high-level advice and support to the Council, councillors and senior managers , being a technical expert for the Council. The role will take ownership of the non-capital side of the Statement of Accounts and lead on the engagement with the organisation’s external auditors. It is also tasked with identifying the national and local economic trends to drive through best practice within financial management.

To be suitable for the role, you need to be a fully qualified accountant or part qualified with a demonstrable plan to achieve full qualification within 9 months, with excellent technical accounting knowledge and the ability to translate complex financial information. Previous experience of producing annual accounts and liaising with External Auditor, ideally in a public sector setting, is essential.

We are keen to hear from all applicants who fit the criteria. Because we are clear that a combination of differences in our teams produces the best team performance, we are particularly keen to make sure that applicants include people from ethnic minorities, people who live openly as LGBTQI+, or with a disability. We recognise that what people bringing through their personal experiences, background and identity significantly enhances the Council’s ability to deliver to our staff and residents.

If you are interested in being part of this exciting opportunity and working for an employer with flexible working options and award-winning family friendly policies, please apply.

To find out more information about the role please contact Will Ryan at Ivy Rock Partners willryan@ivyrockpartners.com or 07909030965.

To apply please send through a CV and supporting statement. The supporting statement should be no longer than 2 pages and should say why you are interested in the role and working at Waltham Forest, alongside specific examples of your relevant experience.

The closing date is Monday 14th September.

This is a hands-on systems role with responsibility for the day-to-day administration and integrity of the organisation’s finance system, resolving technical issues and supporting the ongoing development and improvement of finance processes. The role will also manage and develop a Finance Systems Analyst.

A key requirement for this search is strong, hands-on experience of Unit4 Business World (Agresso). Candidates will need to be comfortable working within the system rather than simply having used Unit4 as an end user.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Administering and maintaining the finance system, ensuring system and data integrity on a daily basis
• Investigating complex systems issues and designing and implementing solutions
• Working closely with IT teams and Unit4 to resolve technical issues
• Supporting Finance Business Partners and Management Accountants to get more from the system
• Managing and developing a Finance Systems Analyst
• Identifying opportunities to improve finance systems, processes and controls
• Supporting finance transformation and wider data improvement initiatives
• Undertaking business analysis, including process mapping and data analysis
• Driving continuous improvement across Finance and the Finance Systems team

We’re looking for a qualified Accountant to join our Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance team, where you’ll play a key role in supporting one of the UK’s largest social housing providers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys partnering with operational teams, providing meaningful financial insight and helping drive informed business decisions. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the organisation, delivering robust financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and governance requirements.

If you’re looking for a role where your financial expertise will directly influence strategic decision-making within a complex, purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality management accounting services, including monthly reporting, budgeting and forecasting for designated business areas.
• Act as a trusted finance business partner, providing financial analysis and insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Prepare annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Produce statutory reporting and support year-end financial processes and external audits.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records and reporting systems.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance and operational teams to identify efficiencies, improve financial performance and deliver value for money.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across financial processes, systems and controls.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, providing proactive financial advice and challenge where appropriate.

About You

You’ll be a qualified Accountant with strong technical knowledge and the confidence to build effective relationships across a large organisation.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• A recognised CCAB accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
• At least three years’ experience within a busy finance environment, including management accounting, business partnering and year-end audit support.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience producing budgets, forecasts and management information to support business performance.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate meaningful insights.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience influencing colleagues across different business functions.
• Advanced Excel skills and excellent IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and financial reporting tools.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with excellent organisational and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within the housing, property or real estate sector.
• Knowledge of Unit4 ERP and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) systems.
• Experience working within a large, complex or regulated organisation.

What’s on Offer?

In return, you’ll join a collaborative finance team within a values-driven organisation that is committed to professional development, flexible working and continuous improvement.

You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement.
• Health and wellbeing benefits.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Paid volunteering opportunities.
• Ongoing learning and career development.

Apply Now

If you’re a qualified accountant looking to combine strong technical accounting skills with meaningful business partnering in a collaborative and purpose-led environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The Head of Finance will take responsibility for a broad range of financial management activities, working closely with senior stakeholders to provide high-quality financial information, analysis and advice. The role combines strategic financial planning with oversight of core financial reporting and control processes.

Key responsibilities include:
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across a complex, multi-entity international environment
• Develop financial models and scenario analysis to support organisational planning
• Oversee monthly management reporting, including analysis of performance against budget
• Manage year-end financial processes and coordinate with external auditors
• Provide financial insight and advice to senior stakeholders to support effective decision-making
• Oversee financial management and reporting requirements associated with externally funded activities
• Support the continued development of financial processes, controls and reporting

About You
• Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)
• Experience within the charity, not-for-profit or a similarly complex environment would be advantageous
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling experience
• Experience overseeing management accounts and year-end processes

The role is mostly remote with occasional travel required for on-site meetings.
Given the international nature of the role, some flexibility around working hours may occasionally be required

By 2040 the Council aims to be a confident and achieving Council, committed to building together with its residents and enabling growth and investments in Bolton. We believe that by getting the basic right, being purposeful and working together we can achieve this and much more, allowing us to make a genuine difference to the lives or our residents.

Over the last few years, the Council have paved the way for new ways of working and challenged themselves to test the effectiveness of its services and consider how to maximise impact, but there is still more to do. To support this continued transformation, drive through enhanced decision making and ensure value for money we are looking to recruit to this finance role. We are looking for people who want to be trusted finance influencers with innovative ideas and can challenges the status quo, helping deliver better outcomes for Boltons residents

The Group Accountant reports to the Principal Group Accountant for Adults and Public Health and will manage a team of 4 supporting providing financial advice and support to senior leaders across the service. The role will be expected to build strong relationships with the service and support decision making using both financial and activity data, with a focus on improving both value for money and service delivery. The role will lead on complex financial planning, business cases, transformation projects and strategic decision-making

To be suitable for the role you will need to be a fully qualified accountant with experience of providing a finance business partnering service within local government or the NHS. The ability to build effective relationships and challenge and influence stakeholders is essential, as is previous management or supervisory experience.

The Council offers a hybrid working environment with the expectation that employees are in the office 3 days per week.

For more information on the role and Council including the JD, structure charts and why you should work there please contact Will Ryan willryan@ivyrockpartners.com or Chris MacDonald chrismacdonald@ivyrockpartners.com at Ivy Rock Partners.

Application is by CV and covering letter (max. two pages). The supported statement should cover why you are interested in the role alongside specific examples highlighting your relevant experience.

The closing date is Tuesday 1st September.

Working closely with Enterprise and Product Architects, the Transformation Team, Product Managers, Delivery Teams, Engineering, (on and offshore) Suppliers and across the wider business stakeholder base, this Solutions Architect role will translate strategic goals into coherent solution designs that align with enterprise architecture principles, technology standards and organisational strategy.

Key remit for the Solution Architect (AWS/Azure):

• This role is an expansion to the existing Architecture Team to support organisation wide change from Legacy on prem services to a modern cloud environment (predominately AWS with but including Azure).

This will require leadership across a blend of:

• Solution Design and Architecture
• Cloud Architecture (AWS and Azure)
• Technical Leadership
• Governance & Standards

Key skills required for the Solution Architect (AWS/Azure)

• Solutions Architect within complex, enterprise environments
• Expertise in AWS cloud architecture and preferably Azure.
• Hands-on experience designing integrations using APIs, microservices, event-driven patterns, or Middleware.
• Solid understanding of CRM and ERP capabilities.
• Proven ability to work in, and support, agile delivery environments (Scrum/Kanban).
• Confident working with external and offshore partners to ensure consistent delivery.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to set coherent and robust technical roadmaps and be prepared to support decision making to nontechnical stakeholders.
• Experience producing architecture artefacts, diagrams, and technical documentation.

We are seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer to join the Executive Leadership Team of a large, ambitious Multi Academy Trust  delivering services across multiple sites. This is a pivotal executive role responsible for shaping the organisation’s long-term financial sustainability while providing strategic leadership across Finance, Procurement, Estates and IT.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will play a key role in delivering organisational strategy, ensuring robust financial governance, and enabling operational excellence through effective stewardship of resources. Working closely with the Executive Team and Board, you will provide commercial insight, strategic challenge and financial leadership that supports sustainable growth and continuous improvement.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader who combines strategic thinking with operational excellence and is passionate about leading high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the organisation’s long-term financial strategy, ensuring it supports strategic priorities and sustainable growth.
• Lead all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial performance across a complex multi-site organisation.
• Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts, external audit, internal audit and annual financial reporting.
• Produce high-quality management information, financial analysis and scenario modelling to support Executive and Board decision-making.
• Ensure robust financial governance, risk management and compliance with all statutory, regulatory and funding requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement across financial systems, controls and processes, driving efficiency and value for money.
• Develop effective treasury management and investment strategies to protect financial resilience and optimise resources.
• Build strong relationships with auditors, regulators, banks and external advisers.
• Provide strategic oversight of procurement, ensuring effective contract management, supplier performance and best-value purchasing.
• Lead the strategic management of estates, facilities and capital programmes, ensuring safe, compliant and sustainable environments.
• Oversee IT strategy, digital infrastructure, cyber security and business continuity to support organisational effectiveness.
• Lead, develop and inspire multidisciplinary teams across Finance, Procurement, Estates and IT.
• Support organisational growth, transformation and change through sound financial leadership and commercial insight.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders to ensure resources are aligned with strategic priorities and operational objectives.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and collaborative finance executive who is capable of operating strategically while maintaining a strong focus on governance, operational performance and continuous improvement.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• A recognised Chartered Accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
• Significant senior leadership experience within a complex, multi-site organisation.
• A proven track record of developing and delivering long-term financial strategy.
• Extensive experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and statutory reporting.
• Strong knowledge of financial governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary corporate services, ideally including Procurement, Estates and IT.
• Exceptional commercial acumen with the ability to provide strategic financial advice to executive teams and boards.
• Experience managing organisational change and driving continuous improvement.
• Outstanding leadership skills with experience developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with sound commercial judgement.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within the public, education, charity or not-for-profit sectors.
• Knowledge of governance and regulatory frameworks within publicly funded organisations.
• Experience overseeing estates, capital programmes or operational infrastructure.
• Understanding of digital transformation, cyber security and information governance.
• Experience supporting Boards, Audit Committees and senior governance forums.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at executive level and play a central role in shaping its future. You will influence strategic decision-making, lead a broad portfolio of corporate services and help ensure the organisation remains financially sustainable while delivering excellent outcomes for those it serves.

If you are an experienced finance leader with the strategic vision, commercial expertise and leadership capability to drive organisational success, we would welcome your application.

Salary: £150,000/£800 per day

Competitive, dependent on experience

Location:

Hybrid working, with regular travel to Trust offices and education sites in South East England

Contract:

Full Time/Part time – 3-6 months

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Pensions Manager to join a large, values-led social housing provider with a diverse pension landscape. Reporting into the Director of Financial Reporting & Control, you will be the organisation’s subject matter expert on all pension-related matters, overseeing multiple pension arrangements and providing strategic advice across the business.

This is a highly visible role where you will work closely with Finance, HR, Payroll, Recruitment, Internal Audit, Trustees and external advisers to ensure the effective governance, compliance and ongoing management of both defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes.

This role would suit an experienced pensions professional who enjoys managing a varied portfolio, leading change and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the organisation’s pensions subject matter expert, providing advice and guidance to stakeholders across Finance, HR, Payroll, Recruitment and Internal Audit.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of multiple pension arrangements, including defined benefit, defined contribution, public sector and multi-employer schemes.
• Manage relationships with external advisers, administrators, actuaries, legal advisers and pension providers, ensuring service standards are achieved and budgets are effectively managed.
• Lead the completion of annual pension reporting, including accounting disclosures and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of pension strategy and lead pension-related change projects.
• Monitor developments in pensions legislation and regulation, ensuring all schemes remain compliant and advising the business on emerging changes.
• Attend Trustee and Employer Committee meetings, providing advice, reports and governance support as required.
• Maintain effective governance, risk management and control processes across all pension arrangements, reporting regularly to internal governance forums.
• Respond to complex pension queries from internal stakeholders and members where appropriate.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced pensions professional who can confidently manage complex pension arrangements while building effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Significant experience managing UK occupational pension schemes.
• Strong knowledge of both Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution pension arrangements.
• Experience overseeing multiple pension schemes within a complex organisation.
• Excellent understanding of UK pensions legislation, governance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing third-party advisers, administrators and professional service providers.
• Experience delivering pension projects and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex pension matters clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach and the confidence to work independently.

Desirable Experience

• APMI qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting Trustee Boards and governance committees.
• Knowledge of pension accounting and reporting requirements (including FRS102).
• Experience working with public sector or multi-employer pension arrangements.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative organisation where pensions are recognised as a strategically important function. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a broad range of pension arrangements, influence business strategy, lead meaningful change projects and work alongside experienced internal and external professionals.

If you’re an experienced pensions professional looking for your next challenge within a complex, rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.

By 2040 the Council aims to be a confident and achieving Council, committed to building together with its residents and enabling growth and investments in Bolton. We believe that by getting the basic right, being purposeful and working together we can achieve this and much more, allowing us to make a genuine difference to the lives or our residents.

Over the last few years, the Council have paved the way for new ways of working and challenged themselves to test the effectiveness of its services and consider how to maximise impact, but there is still more to do. To support this continued transformation, drive through enhanced decision making and ensure value for money we are looking to recruit to this finance role. We are looking for people who want to be trusted finance influencers with innovative ideas and can challenges the status quo, helping deliver better outcomes for Boltons residents

The Deputy Schools Finance Manager reports to the Schools Finance Manager and manages a team of 5 providing strategic financial support across education funding and leading the non-traded element of the Schools Finance Team. The role will play a key role in advising Head Teachers and other senior stakeholders supporting sound decision-making across schools, early years provision and the wider Council, as well as attending Schools Forum. You will work on varied and high-profile areas including the Dedicated Schools Grant, High Needs funding, grant management, statutory returns and strategic projects.

To be suitable for the role you will need to be a fully qualified accountant with experience of providing a finance business partnering service within a local authority or academy trust. The ability to build effective relationships and challenge and influence stakeholders is essential, as is previous management or supervisory experience.

The Council offers a hybrid working environment with the expectation that employees are in the office 3 days per week.

For more information on the role and Council including the JD, structure charts and why you should work there please contact Will Ryan willryan@ivyrockpartners.com or Chris MacDonald chrismacdonald@ivyrockpartners.com at Ivy Rock Partners.

Application is by CV and covering letter (max. two pages). The supported statement should cover why you are interested in the role alongside specific examples highlighting your relevant experience.

The closing date is Tuesday 1st September.