Head of finance Work, Jobs in Chester (with Salaries)

Head of Finance
Orchestrate UK —Malpas
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Paid training
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Directorate Accountant
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust —Chester
- £49,387 - £56,515 a year
- Full-time
9d
Senior Financial Accountant - Assets
OnwardHomes —Liverpool
- £54,400 a year
- Call to connect
- Management
- Accounting
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d
Head of Block Accounts
Collective Property Co —Liverpool
- £40,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Supervising experience
- Accounting
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2d
Head of Financial Planning & Analysis
Everton Football Club —Liverpool
- Full-time
- Leadership
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10d
Operations Finance Business Partner
Reed In Partnership —Liverpool
- £48,500 - £57,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Accounting
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
3d
Career Grade 10-12 Finance Officer / Finance Manager
Cheshire West and Chester Council —Ellesmere Port
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
2d
Senior Manager, Direct Tax
Bristol-Myers Squibb —Chester
- Up to £86,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Accounting
- In-person
Finance Operations Manager
University of Liverpool —Liverpool
- £47,389 - £59,966 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
12d
Head of Finance & Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration (COFA)
Ryan's Solicitors —Liverpool
- Full-time
- Management
- In-person
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10d
Accounts Payable Assistant - IMMEDIATE START
Bullen Healthcare —Liverpool
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
- Referral programme
Quick apply
2d
Assistant Management Accountant
Radius Limited —Crewe
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Maths
- Accounting
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Finance Manager
Radius Limited —Crewe
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Life insurance
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Finance Business Analyst
Weightmans —Liverpool
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
2d
Finance Controller
GBA Logistics —Warrington
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Accounting
- Sick pay
Quick apply
Career grade 7-10 Senior Finance Assistant / Finance Officer
Cheshire West and Chester Council —Ellesmere Port
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
1d
Financial Operations Supervisor
Radius Limited —Crewe
- Full-time
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
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4d
Purchase Ledger Clerk
Swansway Garages —Crewe
- £25,000 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Banking
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
11d
Financial Controller
Ringway Jacobs —Crewe
- Accounting
- Organisational skills
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Data Scientist (Credit Risk)
Radius Limited —Crewe
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- SQL
- Python
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Head of Finance

Orchestrate UK -
Malpas

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid training
Health & wellbeing programme
Financial planning services
Annual leave
Company pension
Work from home
Employee assistance programme
Enhanced maternity leave
Bereavement leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Car scheme
Sick pay

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Management
ACA
Financial report writing
Microsoft Office
Analysis skills
Team management
Accounting
Organisational skills
CIMA
Leadership
Communication skills
Technical accounting

Full job description

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Finance Manager to oversee the financial health and day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, strategic financial planning, and operational support to senior leadership across multiple business functions.

The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and Finance Director, providing high-quality financial insight, supporting business growth, and ensuring strong financial governance across the organisation.

This role requires someone who is both strategic and hands-on, comfortable managing high-level financial planning while also supporting day-to-day administration and operational finance as required.

The role is based in Cheshire, however you will be required to travel to Towcester Racecourse a minimum of 1 day per week (fuel can be expensed)

*Salary is negotiable based on experience - please indicate your salary requirements on the application screening question*

About us

Orchestrate is an investor in and operator of leisure related businesses. Our aim is to maximise the potential in each of our subsidiaries.

You’ll find us to be a company that’s focused on being an employer of choice where people thrive, and your voice is truly heard. We are a Living Wage, Hours and Pension Accredited Employer and Disability Confident Committed. We empower our colleagues to do great work by investing in learning, personal development, and technology.

Principal accountabilities and responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee all day-to-day financial operations including invoicing, reconciliations, payments, and financial transactions
Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and reporting packs
Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across the business
Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and monitor working capital performance
Ensure strict cost control, margin performance, and financial efficiency across all business areas
Prepare statutory accounts and manage year-end audit processes with external auditors
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial regulations, and corporate governance requirements
Support the HR Manager with monthly payroll collation and benefits administration

Strategic & Commercial Support

Lead financial strategy and provide insight to shape senior leadership and board decision-making
Lead the development of annual business plans and long-term financial strategy, monitoring performance against financial targets
Analyse potential acquisitions, investments, and business opportunities, producing clear financial recommendations
Manage venue and operational budgets across businesses within the group
Monitor financial performance of events, venues, and operational activities to ensure commercial success

Systems, Controls & Compliance

Act as system owner for the financial accounting package, ensuring integrity, security, and process improvement
Establish and maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures
Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, financial legislation, and reporting standards
Identify financial risks and implement strategies to reduce exposure

Qualifications & Experience

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA)
Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a senior finance role with governance responsibility
Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting expertise
Advanced budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management experience
Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing external audits
Strong commercial awareness and business partnering capability
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong leadership and team management experience
High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

What we offer in return

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Generous Pension Scheme (9% employer contribution)
Electric Car Scheme
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave
Financial Services Support
EAP
Paid Sickness
Paid professional subscriptions and training opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Bereavement leave
Company pension
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Financial planning services
Health & wellbeing programme
Sick pay
Work from home

Ability to commute/relocate:

Malpas, Cheshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

Please indicate your salary expectations

Licence/Certification:

ACCA, ACA, or CIMA qualification (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Malpas (Cheshire, North West Region, England)

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Senior Financial Accountant - Assets

Head of Block Accounts

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

Operations Finance Business Partner

Career Grade 10-12 Finance Officer / Finance Manager

Senior Manager, Direct Tax

Finance Operations Manager

Head of Finance & Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration (COFA)

Accounts Payable Assistant - IMMEDIATE START

Assistant Management Accountant

Finance Manager

Finance Business Analyst

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Career grade 7-10 Senior Finance Assistant / Finance Officer

Financial Operations Supervisor

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Financial Controller

Data Scientist (Credit Risk)

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