Head of Strategic Finance
We are currently working with an East Midlands Council who require the interim assistance of a Head of Finance to lead, shape and deliver the Financial Management and Strategy function.
The role will support the Assistant Director of Finance and co-ordinate the Accountancy and Business Partner activity across all areas ensuring the work contributes to the overall delivery of Services for the Council.
Start: ASAP
Rate: Negotiable dependent on experience
Duration: 3 months initially with extensions likely
Hybrid working – 1-2 days in the East Midlands
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the Financial Management and Strategy function for the finance service to ensure effective accountancy and financial management services are delivered
- Develop, deliver and evaluate the Council’s financial management strategy in accordance with the Councils financial strategies e.g., Finance Strategy, Treasury Management Strategy and Budget Monitoring Policy
- Develop and lead on financial projects and change programmes that impact Council wide in order to meet strategic, operational and Council priorities
- Maintain and develop accurate financial management systems to support the delivery of effective and accurate financial services in accordance with the requirements of the Financial Management Code
- Manage and monitor the allocated budget and ensure the required budget savings for the designated service areas are achieved
- Develop opportunities for new areas of business that will financially support and underpin the Council’s core services
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with senior managers across the Council and with external organisations, partners and suppliers
Experience & Qualifications required:
- A CCAB qualification (or equivalent)
- Significant experience of leadership and operating at a senior management level in a complex organisation
- Significant experience of organisational management and business partnering in a large complex finance organisation
- Experience of operating collaboratively in a senior management team, influencing strategy and service deliver
- Knowledge of governance and legislation and how they can be applied in a local government environment
- Excellent interpersonal, advisory and negotiating skills and the ability to influence and persuade people of all levels