Head of Finance

The Head of Finance is a key role at Worcestershire County Cricket Club, and is responsible for the day-to-day operation, accuracy and integrity of our financial accounting systems.

The post-holder is responsible for producing monthly accounts, undertaking variance analysis and implementing financial controls. The role works closely with the Chief Executive Officer and in close conjunction with the Board of Directors.

This key role forms part of our executive team and will have a strategic input into the future of the Club and its development.,

• Preparation of monthly management accounts utilising Sage Intacct financial software.


• Create detailed monthly financial reports with commentary to assist budget holders to achieve agreed business targets.


• Responsible for budget monitoring with budget holders, approving purchase requisitions and challenge spending.


• Translate detailed financial data into tangible business information to enable directors and budget holders to make quicker and more informed business decisions.


• Undertake management of cash flow, including maintaining detailed forecasts, monitoring actual performance to forecast, and approving payments made by online banking.


• Lead on the annual financial audit to achieve a clean audit report to a tight timescale.


• Present to Board meetings, Clubs bankers, ECB and others on all financial matters.


• Companies House returns, FCA returns, Office of National Statistics surveys, BACS information, HMRC submissions and other statutory submissions.


• Check and approve monthly payroll data from outsourced payroll provider, for both salaried and casual hourly paid staff.



• To manage the finance team, undertaking the sales ledger invoicing, recording income streams, credit control, bank reconciliations and payroll preparation.


• Improve processes and work systems to increase reporting efficiencies.


• Work in an ever changing, sometimes challenging, fast paced environment.


• Any other duties as and when required to ensure the continued smooth running of the company.


At times you may be required to:

• Undertake the purchase ledger processing, raising purchase orders, processing supplier invoices and preparing payments.


Other responsibilities:

We expect our people to demonstrate and promote our values at all times to ensure Worcestershire County Cricket Club's brand is always held in the highest regard both internally and in public. It is expected that you will:

• Be proactive in promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness across the club and reporting any discrimination that you witness


• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk that visit the Club.


• Greet any directors, employees, members, spectators, customers, sponsors and visitors to the Club in a friendly manner and assist them in any way required;


• Contribute positively at all times to a pleasant, friendly and welcoming atmosphere throughout the Club.


• Comprehend and adhere to relevant Club standards, rules and regulations, and policies and procedures relating to health & safety and financial management and control.


• Commit to deliver and help maintain a strong team ethic and to promote the club values.
  
  The nature of our work and the size of our team here at Worcestershire County Cricket Club requires everyone to be flexible, willing and an excellent team player., A fully qualified AAT or equivalent Management Accountant who has a wealth of experience and the aspiration to develop their career and management experience.



• Good IT knowledge to include extensive knowledge of excel.



• Experience of successfully managing a wide range of stakeholders across a diverse business


Desirable

• A qualified CIMA / ACCA / ACA accountant or equivalent


Personal qualities:

• Ability to make reasoned decisions on own initiative and work to tight deadlines;


• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail


• A team player who possesses genuine emotional intelligence and the ability to make considered decisions in a range of different business situations.


• A methodical approach to tasks and demonstrates a calm demeanour under pressure.


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to change their communication style depending on their audience.


• A commercially minded individual


• Demonstrable experience of working as a finance manager or similar role


• Excellent analytical skills and advanced Microsoft Excel skills


• A high level of technical competence and a keen eye for financial detail


You will need to have the Right to Work in the UK or be able to obtain this by the start date. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Worcestershire County Cricket Club is one of the 18 major county cricket clubs which make up the England and Wales Cricket Board. We play to the highest level of professional cricket with a history stretching back over 155 years.

We strive to make our working environment a welcoming and enthusiastic one, fuelling ambition with opportunities and support to help our people achieve their personal and professional goals.

Hours, benefits and salary:

• We are ideally looking for someone to work part time, 28 hours over 4 or 5 days each week. However, a full-time position of 35 hours would be considered for the right candidate.


• Hybrid working will be considered during quieter periods.


• During our busy Cricket season, you will be required to work some evenings and weekends to support with the delivery of our busiest matches and concerts.


• The salary for this role is £52,500 FTE per annum.


• Contributory pension scheme


• Death in Service Cover


• Paid time off at Christmas


• Birthday's off


• Access to Pluxee employee benefits and discount platform


• Free city centre parking


• Stunning city centre location with iconic cathedral view


• Discount on food and drink at the Club


• Complimentary staff food on matchdays


• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme


• 2 additional matchday membership passes


• Complimentary tickets for various Sports venues across Worcester