Chief Financial Officer

Harvey Nash; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a part-time Chief Finance Officer in High Wycombe. This role requires strong financial leadership skills to ensure sustainability and stability. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with public sector experience and a proven track record in financial recovery and efficiency programs. Engagement with senior leaders and strong communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience within a public sector organisation in Scotland.
• Fully qualified accountant with current membership of a professional body.
• Demonstrable success in financial recovery and change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for financial sustainability and stability.
• Engage with senior leaders and board members on financial performance.

Skills

Leadership experience within a public sector organisation

Strong influencing skills

Strategic thinking

Strong communication skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ICAS, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Harvey Nash is now inviting candidates to apply for the role of Chief Finance Officer. This is a part‑time role at 3 days a week for a 12‑month period.

• Inside of IR35
• Periodic meetings onsite in Aberdeen (once every second month)
• This role would suit someone who has leadership experience within a public sector organisation in Scotland

The role:

Your primary role is to provide strategic leadership necessary to secure ongoing financial sustainability, long‑term stability, and robust governance for our client's organisation.

• Fully qualified accountant (e.g., CIPFA, ICAS, ACCA, CIMA) with current membership of a recognised professional body
• Demonstrable success in delivering financial recovery, efficiency programmes, or major financial change initiatives
• Skilled in translating financial plans into delivery, monitoring impactینیand maintaining rigorous oversight
Strong influencing, collaboration, and communication skills, with confidence in advising senior leaders and board members
• Strategic thinker with a practical delivery focus and strong personal credibility
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders, board members and budget holders on financial performance

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