Role: Finance Director - Public sector
Location: Cardiff/Hybrid
Contract Length: 6 months
Day Rate: £925 - £950 (inside)
Provide strategic leadership of all financial, commercial, and economic activities, ensuring strong financial governance, value-for-money decisions, and supporting organisational objectives during major transformation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead Finance, Commercial, and Economics functions in compliance with regulations and public sector standards.
* Advise CEO and Executive Team on strategic financial matters, spending reviews, and fees.
* Oversee departmental budgets, efficiency targets, and adherence to Managing Public Money.
* Drive improvements in financial operations, systems, and service delivery.
* Promote value-for-money and evidence-based investment decisions.
* Enhance procurement strategies and commercial acumen.
Experience:
* Senior financial leadership in complex (ideally public sector) organisations.
* Proven delivery of value-for-money and effective financial management.
* Leading teams through change and influencing at board level.
* Building diverse stakeholder relationships and shaping strategic direction.
Knowledge:
* Expert in financial control, reporting, and Managing Public Money.
* Strong understanding of procurement, commercial strategy, and economics in a public sector setting.
* Familiarity with high-value/high-risk procurement and emerging markets.
* Public Sector
Qualifications:
* Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) with ongoing professional development.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV for consideration.
Lawrence Harvey is acting as an Employment Business in regards to this position.
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