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On behalf of the CPS, we are looking for a Head of Financial Planning - (Inside IR35) for a 5-month contract working on a hybrid basis and with an expectation of 1-2 days attendance in one of the London, Bristol, Leeds, York, Birmingham and Swansea Offices

The CPS prosecutes criminal cases that have been investigated by the police and other investigative organisations in England and Wales. The CPS is independent, and they make their decisions independently of the police and government.

Their duty is to make sure that the right person is prosecuted for the right offence, and to bring offenders to justice wherever possible.

The CPS are passionate about ensuring that they are a top-performing organisation and a great place to work. They are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and creating a culture where everyone can bring their whole self to work, and individuality is truly appreciated. Find Your Purpose - Join the CPS and have a future that matters.

The Head of Financial Planning is a senior finance role. The role is responsible for leading the CPS's strategic financial planning activities and ensuring resources are aligned to organisational priorities, operational demands and long-term sustainability.

The Head of Financial Planning is responsible for providing high-quality financial analysis, insight and advice to senior stakeholders, supporting effective decision-making on complex financial, workforce and strategic issues.

Working closely with the Head of Strategic Finance, the Head of Financial plan is responsible for leading on the development of the Annual Budget and Medium-Term Financial Plan.

As a Head of Financial Planning - (Inside IR35)  your main responsibilities will be:

• Leading the CPS annual budget cycle and medium-term financial planning process, ensuring resources are aligned to strategic priorities and future demand.
• Providing strategic financial advice, analysis and insight to senior leaders, supporting key business and investment decisions.
• Leading workforce, scenario and financial modelling to assess risks, opportunities and resource requirements.
• Driving continuous improvement in financial planning processes, systems and governance, ensuring alignment with government best practice.
• Leading and developing the Financial Planning team while building financial capability and understanding across the wider organisation.

Essential

• Public sector experience
• Fully qualified CCAB/CIMA accountant with strong technical accounting skills
• Experience in budget setting and financial planning
• Excel (Intermediate level)
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Knowledge of Government Budgeting Principles
• Line management experience

Desirable

• SC clearance
• Experience of using financial systems

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Disability Confident

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, the CPS guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

Armed Forces Covenant

The CPS guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".