Assistant Director of Finance

YORK AND NORTH YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY; Northallerton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organisation in Northallerton is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Finance to lead its finance function. This pivotal role includes overseeing financial management, driving strategic planning, and maintaining robust governance. The ideal candidate will be CCAB/CIMA qualified with a proven track record in public sector finance. The position offers a competitive salary and flexibility through hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership success in public sector finance.
• Significant experience managing large, complex budgets.
• Skilled in preparing and presenting financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance Service and oversee financial management.
• Develop and implement medium-term financial plans.
• Oversee procurement and contract management.

Skills

Leadership in public sector finance

Financial planning

Budget management

Compliance and risk management

Team development

Education

CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant

Job description

Assistant Director of Finance

Salary: £80,216 - £89,556

Hours: 37 Hours

Contract: Permanent

Location: Northallerton, Hybrid Working

The Organisation

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority was established as a new organisation in early 2024. It is a public sector employer with access to powers and funding to unlock transport and housing improvements, boost skills provision and help the economy transition to net zero for York and North Yorkshire. The Mayor also holds responsibilities in relation to Policing, Fire and Crime. Making the most of the combined strengths of the city region and rural powerhouse, the Combined Authority is a long‑term commitment to shaping a brighter future for generations to come. By working for us you will play a part in making positive changes, unlocking investment, supporting business and communities to thrive and creating new and better opportunities for people that live and work here.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced finance leader ready to shape the financial future of a growing Combined Authority. This is a unique opportunity to lead our Finance function, acting as Deputy Section 73 Officer, and play a pivotal role in delivering our regional ambitions.

As the Assistant Director of Finance, you will:

• Lead the Finance Service – Reporting into the Director of Resources, oversee all aspects of financial management, including budget setting, monitoring, and year‑end accounts across general budgets and emergency services.
• Drive Strategic Financial Planning - Develop and implement medium‑term financial plans, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies and statutory frameworks.
• Champion Governance & Risk Management - Maintain robust financial controls, compliance, and risk management processes, future‑proofing governance for new mayoral powers and strategic programmes.
• Shape Finance Structures - Collaborate with policing and fire colleagues to design and implement integrated finance systems aligned with our Target Operating Model.
• Enable Transformation - Support the Combined Authority’s devolution journey, including steps toward achieving “single settlement” funding.

Additional Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic financial advice to the Mayor, senior leadership, and elected members on major programmes and investments.
• Lead the specification and transition of finance systems onto shared platforms with emergency services, ensuring efficiency and transparency.
• Oversee procurement and contract management, embedding value‑for‑money principles across all services.
• Develop and lead a high‑performing finance team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Represent the Combined Authority in external forums, including government departments and regional partnerships.

What you will bring

The role requires proven leadership success in public sector finance and financial planning across complex organisations, with significant experience managing large, complex budgets and delivering savings. The successful candidate will be a CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant and have a track record of developing finance functions and raising organisational awareness of financial controls, skilled in preparing and presenting financial reports to boards, committees, and elected members.

More details of our fantastic benefits and values can be found here:

To find out more about our organisation please visit; https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk

Key Documents

YNYCA Assistant Director Finance Job Desciption.docx

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