Head of Financial Accounting and Reporting - £70,011 p.a. + benefits

Head of Financial Accounting and Reporting - £70,011 p.a. + benefits We are currently looking for a Head of Financial Accounting and Reporting to join our Finance function within the Corporate group.This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas.Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.The salary for this role is £70,011 + an Accountancy Allowance of £4,000 (qualified candidates). Please discuss with the hiring manager before accepting the offer.Who are we?The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.The core purpose of the Finance Division is to ensure public funds are spent wisely and that the Executive and the Board make informed decisions about costs and investments that bring public value outcomes. The Finance Division is essential to ensure that the agency discharges its statutory responsibilities and carries out business operations while delivering optimal value from the funding we receive.The services Finance provides range from Finance Operations, through to Accounting, Reporting and Control, Strategic Finance, Finance Business Partnering and Planning and Performance.What's the role?The postholder will lead the provision of finance and accountancy services, including provision of accurate and timely financial information for decision-making, production of high quality and timely financial statements.You will have the opportunity to apply your financial skills flexibly in a challenging and changing business environment playing a lead role in driving forward change and gaining a range of experience in return.Key responsibilities:Production of high quality, compliant Annual financial statements and Whole of Government Accounts and other government returnsAdvising on issues relating to the application of the FREM, IFRS and MPM (Managing Public Money)Ensure appropriate financial controls are in place, documented and adhered to across the business.Driving forward the maturity of Agency's finance function, working with the Cabinet Office to ensure we deliver a world class finance function in line with the Central Government Finance operating model.Who are we looking for?Our successful candidate will have:CCAB, ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent accounting qualificationSubstantial knowledge of finance systems, processes and control environmentsExtensive experience of managing financial controls and risks in both reporting and finance operations.Extensive experience of applying Financial Reporting Manual (FReM), IFRS, Managing Public Money to Financial AccountsExtensive experience of leading and managing team of professionalsIf you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please read our Job Description and Person Specification!Please note: The job description may not open in some internet browsers. Please use Chrome or Microsoft Edge. If you have any issue viewing the job description, please contact ##### selection process:We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here.Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.Test, further information will be supplied when you reach this stagePresentation, to be prepared as part of your interview, with further information being supplied when you reach this stage.Interview, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the answers provided - ensure you have read these thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the criteria for this role in the job description.Use of AI in Job ApplicationsApplicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own.If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process, please contact ##### as soon as possible.Closing date: 08 May 2024Shortlisting date: 17 May 2024Interview date: 27 - 31 May 2024Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact ##### will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here.Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here.Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact ##### accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners' Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Mira Mepa, Head of Recruitment and Operations, ##### you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: ##### Service CommissionRoom G/81 Horse Guards RoadLondonSW1A 2HQ
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