Head of Financial Planning

Head of Financial Planning
Location: Hybrid – Medway (part office-based, part home working)
Salary: £63,280 - £75,805 per annum, plus Service Manager Allowance of £5,769 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Interview Date: 31 July 2026
Applicants must hold a relevant professional accountancy qualification, preferably CIPFA.
About the Role
Our Client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Financial Planning to lead a high-performing team of approximately 25 finance and financial systems professionals. This is a pivotal senior leadership role responsible for coordinating and delivering the annual revenue budget process, driving robust financial planning, and providing strategic financial advice across the organisation.
As a key member of the finance leadership team, you will champion a proactive, customer-focused business partnering approach, supporting informed decision-making and ensuring strong financial stewardship. This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategic direction within a complex and evolving local government environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the annual revenue budget process and medium-term financial planning.
* Coordinate balanced budget setting, identifying savings opportunities and managing financial pressures.
* Produce and present comprehensive budget and financial monitoring reports.
* Lead the Finance Business Partnering function, ensuring high-quality support across all revenue services.
* Oversee revenue budget monitoring, forecasting, and statutory financial returns.
* Support the closure of accounts process and external audit requirements.
* Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, elected members, and leadership teams.
* Lead, motivate, and develop teams through organisational change and continuous improvement.
About You
* Qualified accountant with significant senior-level finance experience within local government.
* Strong strategic planning, budgeting, and financial management expertise.
* Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
* Proven ability to drive change, influence decision-makers, and lead high-performing teams.
* Highly motivated with strong attention to detail, accuracy, and service delivery.
* Experienced in leading teams through transformation and organisational change.
This is an outstanding opportunity to make a significant impact within a progressive and ambitious organisation.
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