Finance Director Public Safety at NECSWS

This position plays a vital role in overseeing and managing the financial activities the Public Safety Business. Responsible for providing strategic financial guidance and ensuring the businesses financial health, stability, and growth. The role collaborates with various departments and senior executives to develop and implement financial plans, policies, and strategies aligned with the organisation's goals and objectives. To work with the Commercial finance team to provide guidance and innovation to assist in complex financial transactions, bids and acquisitions.  To work with the CFO and Group finance team to provide technical leadership in terms of driving forward improvements to systems, processes & accounting policies. 1. Financial Planning and Analysis: • Develop and implement financial strategies, plans, and budgets to support the organization's short-term and long-term goals. • Conduct financial analysis and provide insights on key performance indicators, financial trends, and forecasts. • Assess the financial feasibility of projects and investments, and provide recommendations to senior management.2. Financial Reporting and Compliance: • Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and analysis in accordance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards. • Ensure compliance with financial laws, regulations, and company policies. • Oversee internal and external audits, coordinate with auditors, and implement recommended changes.3. Cash Flow and Treasury Management: • Manage cash flow and liquidity, including forecasting, monitoring, and optimizing working capital. • Develop and implement effective treasury management strategies, including cash management, debt management, and investment strategies. • Monitor banking relationships, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with banking agreements.4. Risk Management: • Identify and assess financial risks, develop risk management strategies, and implement appropriate controls and procedures. • Evaluate and mitigate financial and operational risks related to investments, contracts, and business decisions. • Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in financial risk management.5. Team Leadership and Development: • Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, high performance, and professional development. • Provide guidance and support to finance staff in areas such as financial analysis, reporting, and compliance. • Promote a strong internal control environment and ensure adherence to ethical standards. • Coach, develop and support the team through conducting regular 121’s • Deputise for CFO if required • Assist CFO Executive Directors with any other duties that may be required6. Reporting • Lead and Provide accurate and timely P&L, cashflow and balance sheet financial reports for the Executive directors of Solutions and Services (actual and forecast) including commentary on major variances and trends. • Lead co-ordination and preparation of the 3YP process with CFO, and Executive Directors of Business unit to include detailed financial analysis, strategy  etc • Provide detailed KPI analysis (sub-P&L level, e.g. by customer or region) • Provide financial reports on development and innovation projects (investment appraisal) • Provide project and contract reports and forecasts with comparison to BAF and budget • Co-ordinate, prepare and review the annual budget and 3 year business plan • Liaise with Public Services divisional finance team to ensure Group consolidation and ad hoc finance requests are completed • Ensure we have adequate financial processes and procedures in place • To take responsibility with the finance team for successfully achieving our independent audit