There has never been a better time to work for our council. An explosion of growth about to take place in Peterborough will benefit everyone who lives, works, and spends time here. At the same time, the Council continues to make positive strides on its improvement journey by unlocking potential, driving innovation and creativity, and ensuring the best use of its resources. Delivering services that reflect value for money for our residents is the core priority underpinning all efforts.
To support our exciting work, we pride ourselves on having strong corporate functions. The Finance Team is at the heart of the organisation, playing a vital role in achieving this. We are now looking for a Head of Corporate Finance to lead our technical team.
The role
This role will be responsible for delivering the Council's statutory financial statements, managing Treasury functions, providing technical accounting and taxation advice, and leading our Corporate Finance team to success. You will work closely with strategic finance professionals, the deputy section 151 officer, and the external auditor. Additionally, you will maximise the benefits of the Unit4 system.
About You
To apply, you must be CCAB qualified with experience in local government finance. You should be able to:
* Apply technical skills and demonstrate a business-like approach to the role.
* Show strong leadership skills to guide the team through the annual process.
* Prioritise and manage multiple demands effectively with minimal supervision.
* Nurture and develop the team to build resilience and plan for succession.
* Be proactive, flexible, persistent, and resourceful to accomplish tasks.
* Resolve complex financial problems with workable solutions.
* Develop effective relationships with stakeholders, including senior and operational leaders, finance professionals, members, and external auditors.
* Confidently communicate technical financial information to non-finance audiences, including members, through clear writing, presentations, and face-to-face communication.
* Drive improvements in finance processes, controls, and reporting.
A market supplement of up to £5,000 may be available for an exceptional candidate.
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