Middletown Centre for Autism is seeking to recruit a Head of Finance and Corporate Services Permanent, Full time Position Salary:£68,436 - £71,662 (SCP 5861),plus benefits Location: Middletown, County Armagh, Northern Ireland Middletown Centre for Autism is now seeking a Head of Finance and Corporate Services. About the Role Middletown Centre for Autism promotes excellence in the development and coordination of education services to autistic children and young people and has a remit across the island of Ireland. In this pivotal role, you will shape the operational framework that supports our mission to promote excellence in autism education across the island of Ireland. This is your opportunity to lead a multi-disciplinary team across Finance, HR, IT, Governance, and more in a thriving cross-border organisation recognised internationally for innovation and expertise. Applicants mustbe able to demonstrate the following, by the closing date: A degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business (or equivalent). Membership in a recognized professional accounting body (e.g., CAI, ACCA, CIMA). At least three years' senior management experience* with a proven track record in financial and HR management, strategy development, and delivering complex programs. Proficiency in corporate governance, risk management, and business planning frameworks. Excellent communication skills (oral and written), with experience presenting to boards or similar audiences. Access to transport for travel across Ireland and the UK. *The following additional clarification is provided: Senior management is defined as a manager who reports to the Chief Executive, Board or a Director. Applications will also be considered from applicants with relevant formal qualifications considered by the selection panel to be of an equivalent or higher standard to those stated. For further information on the Criteria and Job Description, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack. How to Apply For further information and details on how to apply, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack on our Career page. Please note that Allen People Solutions has been appointed by the Centre to manage this recruitment competition on its behalf. Therefore, should any candidates require reasonable adjustments for any aspect of the selection procedure, including assistance completing their application form because of a disability, or who require the Candidate Information Pack and Application form in an alternate format, please contact Allen People Solutions. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to our careers page and you must complete the application process as outlined there. To start the process, click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below. Please note that registration process on the job boardregistration will prompt you to upload a CV. For the avoidance of doubt, this is a requirement of and does not form part of the application process for the role.Therefore, you MUST refer to our careers page to follow the instructions to complete the application process. Completed Application Forms must be returned by no later than before 2pm Friday 16th May 2025via the online portal or by post to: Allen People Solutions Ltd 1b Ladas Drive Belfast BT6 0LJ CVs will not be accepted. Key timetableis as follows: Advert close date :Friday 16th May 2025 Panel Shortlisting:Friday 9th May 2025 Interviews :Thursday 15th May 2025 Middletown Centre for Autism is committed to the promotion of equality of opportunity for all.