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The Director of Finance & Resources is a pivotal role within the Senior Leadership Team of Amgueddfa Cymru/Museum Wales.The role will be responsible for driving the 2030 Strategy and will be a role model for the values of Amgueddfa Cymru/Museum Wales and contribute to a culture of transparency, inclusivity and integrity in all that we do.Our vision is Inspiring People and Changing Lives. Amgueddfa Cymru/Museum Wales is a place for everyone, where everyone has the right to experience and enjoy our museum, collections and services however they choose, wherever they come from.The post holder will manage the following roles and functions:Finance, HR, Digital, Strategic Planning, Risk Management, Other support functions to be determined.Key Responsibilities;Develop and review financial, people, digital, data and technology strategies and oversee income generation strategy to ensure the long term health of the museum.Supporting the Chief Executive to carry out the responsibilities of the Accounting Officer role, ensuring appropriate financial controls are in place and providing regular assurance reports.Ensure that Amgueddfa Cymru funding is spent on its intended purpose and that transactions conform with the authorities that govern them. Lead a culture of delivering value for money, ensuring spend is incurred with a view to sustainability and whole-life cost.Lead the financial team to deliver capital and revenue budgets, monthly reporting against these.Lead the HR team on policy, recruitment, grievance and development activities.Lead the digital team to deliver services across content, data and technical services.Lead on risk management policy, platform, processes and reporting.Lead on annual operating plan development.Lead on performance management, including measurement of activities as well as impact or outcome, setting targets as needed for the museumLead on other relevant strategic initiatives and programmes, including the Tailored Review report, Shaping our Future programme.Contribute as a member of the Directorate, to the overall management of the Museum.Champion and actively support all Museum policies and procedures and ensure that they are effectively communicated so that all members of staff understand them and comply with them.Ensure that fundraising and commercial revenue opportunities are maximised.Contribute to the overall aims and objectives of Amgueddfa Cymru/Museum Wales.Liaise with Audit Wales (external audit) and TIAA (internal audit), determining and agreeing plans prior to presentation to Audit Committees.Person SpecificationEssential;Fully qualified accountant (member of CCAB or CIMA)Demonstrable senior level financial experience, leading multifunctional teams as well as reporting and presenting at Board level.Strong leadership and analytical skills and the proven ability to implement cultural change.Core Skills;Excellent people manager and motivator.Strategic planning & delivery for future long-term financial health and growthExperience of leading on strategic projects.Implementing improvements to financial and HR systems and procedures as relevant across the organisationExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to build relationships at all levels.Ability to work both as part of a team and independently including with internal and external stakeholders.Ability to operate at a strategic level and to have had a proven track record of a similar sized business and effective performance management.Experience and an understanding of working within the specialised regulatory regimes the museum works under: Welsh Government, charity commission and Royal Statute.The Museum supports active Welsh learners at all levels. Fluency in Welsh, whilst it is not an essential requirement of this post, a willingness to learn would be an advantage

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Accountant to join Museum Wales as a Finance Business Partner - Financial Accounting.Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will:Plan and oversee Financial Accounting services including maintaining private funds records, management of payments and income team (4 staff), administering payments runs and dealing with purchase ledger queries, overseeing bank and cash management services.Prepare annual statutory accounts and audit working papers for Museum (with Head of Finance), trading subsidiary and joint venture.Be part of trading subsidary senior management team, which is responsible for trading subsidiary strategySupport departments in developing commercial/cost recovery income generationAs part of the department management team, develop and implement systems and procedures, and ensure good communication with departments across Amgueddfa Cymru.Provide targeted financial advice to heads of department to help meet budgeted requirements, improve performance, and meet goals of the organisationYour Key objectives will be to;Ensure that Financial Accounting services are provided to a high standard, complying with legislation and regulations, and on a timely basis.Produce the Annual statutory accounts for the Museum, Trading Subsidiary and Joint Venture are completed to deadline with a 'clean' audit report.Ensure Finance systems and procedures that are fit for purpose and meet legislative and best practice requirements.Ensure Private Funds records are up-to-date, reconciled and accurate, and reports made on a timely basis.Ensure and produce and maintain accurate financial records for the Joint Venture.Work with the Income Generation Team on initiatives and developed with realistic net income projections The knowledge and qualifications you'll need…Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIPFA accountant; or Qualified by Experience with extensive relevant experienceKnowledge of computer based financial accounting systemsGood knowledge of Windows-based software packages, including spreadsheetsThe experience you'll need…Extensive experience of preparing final statutory accounts with supporting working papers, including reconciled control accounts, and liasing with auditorsStaff supervisionDeveloping and implementing financial proceduresProviding financial information for and appraising income generation initiativesPreparation of budgets and forecasts and reporting thereon 

· Leading and overseeing audit projects for a range of clients.· Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.· Liaising with clients to gather information and provide advice.· Reviewing and analysing financial statements and reports.· Identifying and communicating potential risks and issues.· Collaborating with team members to achieve project goals.· Presenting audit findings and making recommendations for improvements.· Participating in professional development and training activities.A successful Audit Senior should have:· A degree in accounting or finance· A qualification/part-qualification with ACA/ACCA· Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.· Proficiency with accounting software and other related IT tools.· Ability to lead and motivate a team.· Strong organisational skills with an attention to detail.

The successful Business Analyst will:Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements around IT systems ranging from handheld devices to data integration into Azure platformsContribute to the development and success of procurement exercises, adhering to Welsh Government procurement frameworksEnsure organisation's users are taken on the change journey Work closely with Project Managers and Solution Architects to ensure successful project deliveryContribute to other smaller projects as required on an ad-hoc and pre-agreed basisThe successful Business Analyst must possess:Exceptional communication skills and ability to tailor approach to a wide range of stakeholdersPrevious experience on projects which encompass large IT procurement exercises, ideally within the public sectorHigh level of attention to detail and ability to challenge requirementsWillingness to travel to South Wales as needed

Leading and coordinating audit assignments from planning to finalisation.Providing guidance to junior team members and ensuring quality of work.Ensuring compliance with both internal audit methodology and external regulatory requirements.Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients to deliver exceptional service.Identifying and communicating accounting and auditing matters to managers and partners.Contributing to the development of the team by leading internal initiatives.Participating in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities.A formal education in Accounting or Finance.Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.Proven experience within a professional services environment.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.Knowledge and practical working experience of UKGAAP and IFRS.

Manage variety of compliance matters.Act as the principle point of contact with clients, work closely with clients to understand business developments.Ensure clients are up to date with their compliance obligations and legislative changes, helping them assess the impact for them and keeping abreast of new opportunities.Review tax returns and computations.Ensure the efficient and risk managed delivery.Responsible for complying with all internal risk management procedures.Potentially ATT qualified and now actively studying towards your CTA.We will provide you full study support including paid study leave, mentorship and coaching.Previous Private Client Tax or Mixed Tax experience in a similar role within a practice environment is essential.