Head of Finance 12 months OverviewThe role ensures robust financial governance, accurate forecasting, and alignment with the objectives of a high-profile capital programme. You''ll play a pivotal role in embedding sound financial stewardship, influencing resource planning, and building strong relationships with executive leadership, governance bodies, and programme stakeholders.Key Responsibilities Financial Control and GovernanceLead the organisation''s financial control environment, ensuring compliance with public financial management standards.Oversee delivery of statutory accounts, management reports, and audits. Strategic Finance LeadershipPartner with executive leadership, Boards, and Committees to inform strategic decision-making and align programme delivery with financial best practice.Provide leadership across budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning cycles.Act as finance business owner of the Oracle ERP system, collaborating with digital teams on enhancements. Insight and Decision SupportDeliver high-quality financial insights and risk analysis to support programme and project teams.Drive effective value for money assessments and change control monitoring.Lead development of Anticipated Final Cost forecasts, variance analysis and contingency reporting. Audit and AssuranceCoordinate internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely and accurate responses.Maintain integrity in financial reporting across work breakdown and project control structur