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Ofqual is the independent qualifications regulator for England. We currently regulate 200+ awarding organisations, and approx. 11,600 certified qualifications. These include GCSEs, AS and A levels, and a broad range of vocational and technical qualifications. Regulating on behalf of students of all ages and apprentices is central to how we fulfil our statutory objectives.
For more information about the work we do please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofqual
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation. We are proud of the action we are taking to support EDI and Wellbeing and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds to support our ethos of creating a diverse culture that is reflective of both our employees and the learners we support.
Due to our continued commitment and focus in relation to EDI, our inclusion and fair treatment score based on the Civil Service 2022 annual people survey ranks us 4th out of 104 participating departments.
Ofqual is a rewarding, dynamic place to work. We offer employees the opportunity to develop within their role and progress through the organisation via a number of Learning and Development opportunities and activities.
We are in the top ten Civil Service departments for staff engagement which focuses on motivation and commitment to organisational goals and values. Based on the 2022 annual people survey Ofqual are ranked 9th out of 104 participating departments.
Job description
About the team
As a member of Ofquals Finance team, you will be part of a talented team that is passionate about providing a high-quality end-to-end service across Ofqual.
We play a key part in providing expert advice, delivering good value for public money and presenting data-driven insight to support strategic decision-making to key stakeholders across Ofqual.
We believe strongly in enabling your own professional development and in providing opportunities to develop the financial operations capability and improve financial education for key stakeholders.
As an integral part of a diverse team, you will be able to own and develop the role to deliver effective and efficient management of Ofqual’s resources.
Also, we are proud winners of the 2022 Inclusion Award by the Government Finance Function.
What will the post holder be doing?
The post holder will lead and manage the Financial Operations and Procurement team at Ofqual.
You will provide high-quality financial and commercial support, guidance, and advice, and ensure all statutory and regulatory reporting requirements are met.
This will involve working closely and developing strong relationships with key internal colleagues, other governmental departments, and external bodies to ensure that internal controls, systems, processes and business practices at Ofqual meet statutory, regulatory and auditing requirements.
Your technical knowledge, insight, and ability to work constructively with people at all grades will make you a valued contributor to the decision-making process and a champion for change.
As a qualified Finance professional, you will have experience of leading and managing Financial Operations in an organisation of a similar size and complexity as Ofqual.
You will have a collaborative approach to working with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and be confident in communicating in a way that is easily understood by non-finance professionals.
Your technical knowledge, insight, and ability to work constructively with people at all grades will make you a valued contributor to the decision-making process and a champion for change.
Please refer to the Job Description for more information on this role.
Duties and responsibilities to include, but is not limited to:
- prepare and manage the Finance Strategy alongside Ofquals medium term Corporate Plan within the planning cycle, ensuring that it delivers financial targets and incorporates all activities the organisation is, or is planning to be, involved in.
- ensure all financial records and returns are prepared and submitted within agreed timescales, including, but not limited to statutory returns, the Annual Report and Accounts, VAT returns and Value for Money reports following appropriate statutory, regulatory and auditing regulations and guidelines.
- ensure the robustness of records for all balance sheet items (e.g. fixed assets, debtors, creditors, depreciation and amortisation etc.) on a routine basis (i.e. monthly) and resolving all discrepancies in collaboration with key stakeholders.
- control, monitor and report on all capital projects and expenditure to key stakeholders against the capital budget monthly.
- ensure the timely recording of all income and liabilities (e.g. debtors and creditors) and monitor and report on the Aged Debtors and Aged Creditors position routinely.
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£13,209 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
As a Civil Servant, you will benefit from a leading, modern employment offer which includes flexible working arrangements that support people at different stages in their lives, and pensions among the best available in the UK, as well as generous annual leave entitlements.
Other benefits you can enjoy include:
- Organisational performance related bonus
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Regular professional development
- Health and wellbeing initiatives such as mini-medicals, flu vaccinations
- Employee assistance programme and occupational health
- Free eye tests and contribution towards lenses/spectacles for VDU users, if appropriate
- Family friendly policies
- Interest free season ticket loan
- Access to exclusive discounts
- A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity
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Selection process details
When you press the Apply now button, you will be asked to complete personal details (not seen by the shortlisting panel), your career history and qualifications.
You will then be asked to provide a personal statement evidencing how you meet the essential criteria shown on the job description.
Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements as this will form a key part of your evidence when the panel is scoring your application, against the requirements of the role.
Ofqual has adopted anonymised recruitment. This means that your name, date of birth and other personal details will not be seen by the sift panel. Youll be asked to remove all personal details from your CV when you apply.
During the interview process, this vacancy may include a short presentation and/or assessment. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates upon invitation to interview.
Please submit your application by 2nd October 2023 at 23:55pm.
Interview dates 10th October 2023 (subject to change).
We often have similar roles available at different grades. If a candidate is suitable for a similar role or at a lower grade than they applied for, we may extend an offer without the need to go through a further selection process, providing the role has comparable behaviours and essential criteria.
Ofqual works flexibly, with a hybrid office/home based working model. Employees will spend at least two to three days a week working from our office in Coventry. As Coventry will be your base location expenses for travel to the office will not be paid.
Final panel interviews will be held face to face. Further details will be provided at invite to interview stage.
One of our resourcing colleagues will be on hand to answer any queries you may have throughout the process.
Please be aware that expenses incurred by candidates during the recruitment process will not be reimbursed.
Reasonable adjustments
If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.
If you require assistance or need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should tell us what changes or help you might need further in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at an interview, or if youre deaf, a Language Service Professional. You should contact us at recruitment@ofqual.gov.uk to discuss your needs.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
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- Name : Ofqual Recruitment Team
- Email : recruitment@ofqual.gov.uk
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- Email : recruitment@ofqual.gov.uk
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