Head of Finance - Midlands - NHS - Hybrid
Role: Head of Finance
Location: Midlands (2-3 days per week onsite working)
Duration: 3 Months initially.
Rate: £500 per day
IR35 Status: INSIDE
Head of Finance - About the Role
As the Head of Finance, you'll be at the heart of our financial operations, providing high-quality finance support services to our Executive Management Team and Strategic Leadership Team. Working closely with the Resources and Governance Director, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the financial future of the organisation.
Head of Finance Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership: Lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for Children's Services
Financial Control & Sustainability: Ensure robust financial controls that enable long-term financial sustainability
Trusted Advisory Role: Provide professional counsel and strategic insight to front-line departments as their go-to financial advisor
Team Leadership: Lead and develop our financial transaction and administration teams
Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong, impactful relationships with colleagues, customers, and key stakeholders across the organization
What We're Looking For
Head of Finance Essential Requirements
Professional Qualification: Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Sector Experience: Proven track record in public sector finance, ideally within local government
Specialist Knowledge: Experience in children's services finance (highly desirable)
Leadership Skills: Strong leadership capabilities with excellent stakeholder management experience
Strategic Mindset: Strategic thinker who can balance big-picture planning with hands-on delivery
Head of Finance What's on Offer
Purpose-Driven Impact: Be part of a team that's making a genuine difference to children's lives every day
Professional Growth: Work in a supportive, collaborative environment that encourages innovation and forward thinking
Strategic Influence: Shape financial strategy and drive meaningful change in children's services
Leadership Development: Opportunity to lead and mentor finance teams while advancing your own career
McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
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