Interim Head of Finance
Rate: £500 - £700 per day
Contract: Interim, Full-time
Location: North West (Hybrid/Remote Working)
Overview
We are seeking an Interim Head of Finance to join a Local Authority for a six‑month assignment. In this role, you will work closely with the Director of Resources to deliver on the Council's financial agenda and strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Accountancy and Administration functions, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
* Facilitate robust financial management practices to support the authority's operational and strategic goals.
* Ensure the Council's accounting systems and procedures comply with established standards and those agreed by the Director of Finance.
Essential Experience and Qualifications
* A CCAB qualification and a management qualification, with membership of a relevant accountancy body and evidence of continued professional development (CPD).
* Proven experience in managing, motivating, and leading teams, including workload planning and performance monitoring against targets.
* Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory framework governing local authority finance.
* Demonstrated experience in producing annual statements of accounts within strict deadlines and developing organisation-wide budget‑setting processes.
Benefits
Hybrid working with an expectation of being on‑site two days per week and a six‑month assignment.
Equality and Diversity Statement
Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
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