Head of Central Finance

Join our Team as a Head of Central Finance at Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) Salary: competitive salary Hours:37.5 hours per week, no weekends Location: Tidworth Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven Head of Central Finance to be part of our exciting journey. What We Offer: Company Car: Subsidised home to work commuting Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6% Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover Enhanced Employee Benefits: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders Your Role:

• You will be leading, mentoring and developing a high-performing finance team while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• You will be driving efficiency through process improvement and the adoption of modern finance technologies, including enterprise resource planning systems, forecasting tools and artificial intelligence.
• You will be overseeing monthly financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow forecasting and financial analysis for internal stakeholders and the parent company.
• You will be owning financial governance, including internal controls, statutory audits, Sarbanes Oxley controls and the development of robust financial control frameworks.
• You will be leading business partnering activities across central and garrison teams, supporting commercial and project finance functions with forecasting and commentary.
• You are a member of the Extended Leadership Team, championing organisational values, innovation, cross-functional collaboration and support to the Finance Director. What We're Looking For:
• Qualifications: You will hold a recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA and be degree educated.
• Experience: You will have a proven track record of managing teams within a commercial business environment, supported by strong technical accounting knowledge, commercial awareness and experience of VAT and Construction Industry Scheme requirements.
• Skills: You will have excellent communication and influencing skills, strong leadership capability, advanced Microsoft Excel and systems knowledge, and the ability to adapt, organise effectively and challenge constructively. Additional Information:
• The Garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.
• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us. Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Ready to Join Us? If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and Wiltshire.