Director of Finance

Director of Finance (Deputy S151)

My client is a Local Authority in Central London who is looking to appoint an Interim Director of Finance and is working with Spencer Clarke Group to appoint their successful candidate.

About the role:

Based in London (Hybrid):

Provide strategic leadership of the Finance function and act as lead officer providing strategic policy direction and leadership, operational management and financial control for the Finance function.

What's on offer:

• Salary: £800 - £1000 per day, inside IR35.

negotiable based on experience

please submit your CV with the rate you require

• Hybrid working.
• Contract type: Contract (37 hrs a week)
• Hours: 09:00 -17:00 Monday to Friday

Responsibilities:

• Lead the promotion and delivery of good financial management across the council, ensuring that public money is safeguarded at all times and used appropriately, economically, efficiently, and effectively.
• Act as the Council's deputy S151 officer and ensure that the Finance function operates effectively and to the highest possible professional standards.
• Responsible for the strategic and general management of the Finance function in line with priorities laid out in the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, Borough Plan, and departmental service plans.

About you:

You will have the following experiences:

• Excellent understanding of the overall context in which local authorities operate, including the challenges and opportunities.
• In-depth, relevant financial management knowledge applied in a local authority context.
• Substantial experience of leading local authority Finance teams.

How to apply:

About Spencer Clarke Group:

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities.
• Free DBS checks.
• Post Placement Aftercare.
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals.

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