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The post holder will be required to attend BACP in Lutterworth House as required, this is not expected to be weekly as both the Finance and Procurement teams work mostly remotely.
Purpose
Accountabilities
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Work with the Chief Operating Officer and Executive Team to inform the development of BACP's Finance and Procurement Strategy, translating strategic priorities into deliverable financial, procurement and commercial plans.
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Provide professional financial and commercial advice, insight and recommendations to the Chief Operating Officer, Executive Team and Heads of Service to support effective organisational planning, decision-making and performance management.
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Lead, develop and inspire the Finance and Procurement team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, efficient and customer-focused services.
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Lead the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and reporting processes, ensuring the organisation has timely, accurate and meaningful financial information to support decision-making.
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Ensure effective financial management, governance, internal controls and compliance with statutory, regulatory and audit requirements.
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Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of finance, procurement and commercial policies, processes, systems and controls, ensuring they remain effective, compliant and aligned with organisational needs.
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Oversee procurement, supplier management and commercial contracting activities, ensuring effective governance, value for money and appropriate management of commercial and financial risks.
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Provide financial and commercial analysis, performance information and insight to support organisational planning, operational decision-making and continuous improvement.
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Manage relationships with auditors, regulators, banks, insurers, professional advisers, suppliers and other external partners, ensuring effective communication, compliance and accountability.
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Support the delivery of organisational change and improvement initiatives by providing financial, procurement and commercial expertise and guidance.
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Promote sound financial management, commercial awareness and value-for-money principles through effective business partnering and support to managers across the organisation.
Knowledge and Experience
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Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role.
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Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
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Experience of contributing to the development and delivery of financial strategies, plans and objectives within a complex organisation.
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Significant experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, governance and control.
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Experience of procurement, supplier management and commercial governance.
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Experience of developing and leading high-performing teams.
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Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility and provide constructive challenge.
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Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate organisational priorities into effective financial and commercial plans.
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Experience of providing professional financial advice, analysis and recommendations to support organisational planning and decision-making.
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Experience of working with auditors, professional advisers and external stakeholders, and maintaining effective governance, compliance and risk management arrangements.
