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Assistant Director Finance and Resources

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Job Description - Assistant Director Finance and Resources




Job Description: Interim Assistant Director – Finance and Resources







Reporting to: Director of Resources (Section 73 Officer)







Location: York / Northallerton







Political Restriction: This post is politically restricted







Key Responsibilities







Strategic Finance Leadership




  • Develop medium-term financial plans aligned with regional priorities.

  • Lead budget processes and ensure statutory compliance.

  • Coordinate financial processes across general budgets, policing, and fire services.




Governance & Assurance




  • Support financial integrity and corporate governance.

  • Manage financial risk and liaise with auditors and regulators.




Resource Planning & Operational Oversight




  • Align financial planning with workforce strategies.

  • Oversee procurement and value-for-money initiatives.

  • Lead finance system integration across services.




Stakeholder Engagement




  • Provide financial support to committees and partners.

  • Represent the Authority externally and draft public financial documents.




Leadership & Management




  • Develop a high-performing finance team.

  • Promote collaboration, inclusion, and readiness for future funding.







Requirements




  • CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant.

  • Public sector finance leadership experience.

  • Knowledge of statutory financial frameworks.

  • Experience with emergency services finance.

  • Strong stakeholder and communication skills.

  • Ability to lead in complex organisations.




Desirable:




  • CIPFA qualification.

  • Experience in Combined Authority governance.

  • Familiarity with regional funding mechanisms.

  • Understanding of Police and Fire funding formulae.

  • Experience in M&A or commercial investment planning.








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