Interim Head of Finance - London Borough Council
Contract: Interim | - 6 Months
Rate: £600 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid - London office (minimum 2 days per week)
Start Date: Mid-December 2023
About the Role
Panoramic Associates are working with a London Borough Council to recruit an experienced Interim Head of Finance to provide leadership and stability during a critical transition period. This is a high-profile role, reporting into Senior Finance Management, with responsibility for guiding a newly restructured team and delivering key statutory processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Q3 Budget Monitoring process.
* Finalise Budget Papers for Council and Leadership Team in February.
* Oversee and support Year-End Closure.
* Manage and mentor a small finance team.
* Provide clear, imperative financial messaging tailored for senior leadership and political members.
* Challenge assumptions and ensure robust financial governance across directorates.
What We're Looking For
1. Local Government finance expertise - significant, recent experience is essential.
2. Proven track record of lea...