Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 11/05/2026
Job Information
City Northallerton
Province North Yorkshire
Postal Code DL6
Job Description
6 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
* To provide strategic and operational leadership of the Combined Authority’s finance function, ensuring effective financial management, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement as the organisation evolves following devolution. The role will play a key part in driving financial transformation, strengthening reporting frameworks, and supporting senior leadership in decision-making.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Lead the production of quarterly budget monitoring reports and treasury management updates for Leadership Team, the Combined Authority, and Audit Committee.
* Oversee and manage the year-end accounts process and external audit for 2025/26, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements.
* Lead the development and delivery of the 2026/27 budgeting process.
* Provide high-quality financial advice, planning support, and robust reporting across the Combined Authority.
* Drive the financial strategy and ensure strong financial performance management and governance.
* Support and oversee service-level agreements for finance-related services and contribute to the development of a unified internal finance function.
Essential Experience Required
* Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with significant post‑qualification experience.
* Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within the public sector or a complex organisation.
* Strong technical accounting expertise, including year‑end accounts preparation and audit management.
Essential Qualifications Required
* Professional accounting qualification (CCAB – e.g. ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, ACA – or equivalent).
* Evidence of continued professional development.
Additional information to note
* Working hours: 37 hours per week
* 6 months, with opportunity to apply for a permanent role when advertised.
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