Finance Internship at Zurich's North American Headquarters in Schaumburg, IL for Summer 2026. Support various teams within the Finance organization and gain hands - on experience.
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Hybrid Director, Finance & Corporate Services
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About the role
- Director of Finance & Corporate Services shaping financial strategy for Transport Scotland's £4bn portfolio. Leading governance and corporate services ensuring compliance and best practices.
Responsibilities
- Shape and deliver financial strategy for a £4bn transport portfolio, aligning with Transport Scotland’s vision and government priorities while addressing future risks and opportunities.
- Ensure strong governance and provide assurance to the Chief Executive and Ministers, ensuring statutory responsibilities, robust financial decision-making, and value-for-money transport and TS corporate services.
- Lead strategic planning for capital investment and infrastructure, prioritising projects and programmes to support long-term transport needs.
- Oversee governance and sponsorship arrangements for Transport Scotland and its sponsored bodies, embedding best practice and driving efficiency improvements aligned with the Public Service Reform Strategy.
- Direct financial and corporate services functions, including finance, HR, ICT, information governance, communications, and facilities, ensuring compliance and high-quality service delivery.
Requirements
- You must be a qualified accountant, and a member of a Consultative Committee of Accountancy Body, with up-to-date CPD:
- Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ireland (ICAI)
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountant (CIMA)
- A strong track record of success as a financially and commercially astute Finance Professional in a senior finance leadership role.
- Extensive knowledge of UK accounting and financial reporting frameworks and experience of managing large & complex budgets of at least £50 million in the public sector.
- Significant experience of managing and developing governance and accountability frameworks.
Benefits
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
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