Head of Finance

Lead financial strategy and planning across Children's Services, advising senior leaders and ensuring strong financial control. Drive transformation and efficiency while managing high-performing finance teams.

Client Details

Our client is a dynamic and purpose-driven public sector organisation focused on delivering high-quality services for children and families. With a strong commitment to transformation, accountability, and impact, they offer an opportunity for a senior finance leader to help shape the future of care and support for young people.

Description

· Provide strategic financial advice, insight and challenge to the Executive and Strategic Leadership Teams.

· Lead the development and implementation of financial strategies aligned with the orgnaisation's goals and transformation plans.

· Deliver expert guidance on financial sustainability, risk, budgeting, and forecasting to inform business initiatives.

· Ensure robust financial control and compliance with statutory and internal regulations, while identifying efficiency opportunities.

· Act as a trusted advisor, driving value-for-money and effective use of resources.

· Lead the finance transaction and administration teams, ensuring high-quality service delivery and governance.

Profile

· A fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

· Extensive public sector finance experience, ideally within local government and children's services.

· Proven experience operating at a senior management level within a complex organisation.

· A proactive and strategic thinker with a collaborative and hands-on approach

· Passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people and families.

Job Offer

· £400 - £450 per day (inside IR35).

· Initial 3-month contract.

· Potential for extension or permanent appointment.

· Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office.

· Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a high-profile leadership role.