Your new company
Hays Accountancy and Finance are working in partnership with Northern Regional College for the appointment of a College Financial Governance Manager to join the Finance Department.
For this position you will assist in the development and capital investment of the College by preparing a range of Business Cases and Project Evaluations. The post-holder will be required to ensure compliance with the Business Cases™ guidance, all other relevant regulations and requirements as demanded by the College, sponsor Department and statutory agencies.
The College offers attractive terms of employment to include a salary commensurate with the role, generous annual leave entitlement, employer pension contribution and provides opportunities for personal development.
Your new role
The postholder will be responsible for the provision of advice and support to budget holders across the College, to assist in the planned delivery and development of the College, supporting it’s College Development Plan. The post-holder will also be the point of contact for the wider College and will assist in the preparation of bids for projects, contracts and sources of revenue. This role blends both strategic financial governance with practical skills in writing compelling business cases, ideal for candidates with a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of how financial decisions impact organisational success.
Governance and RiskUnder the direction of the Head of Finance, prepare business cases for a range of projects, which involves the following for each proposal:
Research and document the relevant strategic context;
Research and establish the strategic and business need;
Set suitable objectives and targets;
Identify and quantify the relevant monetary costs and benefits;
Identify and analyse risks;
Assess risk and uncertainties using sound and realistic assumptions, and propose risk management and risk reduction strategies;Adjust for optimism bias, where necessary, in accordance with guidance in Annex 4 of the Green Book;
Identify a suitable way to assess non-monetary factors and apply the methodology to the business case (to include lifetime opportunities, sustainable development and equality);
Calculate net present values and undertake sensitivity analysis;
Assess affordability, and research and record proposed arrangements for funding, management, procurement, marketing, benefits realisation and evaluation.
Assess the balance of advantage between options and present appraisal results and conclusions with a recommendation for a preferred option.
To undertake evaluations and draft reports that examine the outturn of projects and programmes (PPEs).
To deliver written, oral and visual reports, which a variety of audiences are able to understand in order to inform decisions.
To comply with all statutory and management requirements for the preparation of business cases and evaluations.
What you'll need to succeed
1 years’ experience of preparing appraisals and evaluations in accordance with the Better Business Cases™ (5 Case Model) and Evaluation
OR
3 years’ experience within a role of assessing and evaluating projects.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
Proven ability to analyse complex information, and compile and present reports.Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong negotiation and influencing skills.A working knowledge and/or experience of current issues in the Northern Ireland Further Education sector.A relevant qualification in governance, economics, statistics or accountancy.
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