Corporate Director of Finance/CFO

London Borough of Hillingdon; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local authority is seeking a dynamic Corporate Director/CFO to shape the financial future of one of London’s largest boroughs. This pivotal role offers the chance to lead a talented finance team, drive strategic planning, and ensure financial sustainability while navigating significant challenges and opportunities. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, visible leadership, and a collaborative approach, ready to make a meaningful impact on the community's financial resilience. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and play a key role in transforming local government finance.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in local government finance, particularly in budget management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a highly capable finance function and drive innovation.
• Work closely with members and senior officers to deliver financial sustainability.

Skills

Strategic Insight

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Leadership

Management Skills

Education

Relevant Degree in Finance or Accounting

CCAB Qualified (ICAEW or CIPFA)

Job description

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We're looking for an exceptional finance leader to take on the role of Corporate Director/CFO with responsibility as our statutory Section 151 Officer. This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of one of London’s largest local authorities and lead one of the most high-profile local authority finance portfolios in the country. Based in Uxbridge, with hybrid working available, this will undoubtedly be a career-defining role at a moment of significant challenge, opportunity, and transformation.

Our scale, complexity, and ambition make this one of the most exciting senior finance roles in local government, and we will be looking for our Corporate Finance Director to drive the Financial Improvement plan for the benefit of Hillingdon’s residents.

As Corporate Director - Finance, you will be a key member of the Corporate Management Team, reporting directly to the Chief Executive. You will:

• lead a highly capable finance function
• work closely with members and senior officers to deliver financial sustainability
• drive innovation
• support reorganization and service transformation

We’re looking for a politically astute and values-led finance professional with:

• strategic insight
• strong technical skills
• visible leadership

You’ll be collaborative, credible, and focused on impact – ready to play a leading role in building a financially resilient future for Hillingdon’s communities.

About You

We are looking for a technically accomplished, politically astute, and values-led finance professional who is keen to engage in strategic planning in its broadest sense. You will bring strategic insight, visible leadership, and a collaborative mindset – and be motivated by the chance to make a genuine impact on the lives of Hillingdon’s residents.

Our preferred candidate will have:

• A relevant degree in finance, accounting, or a related field and be CCAB Qualified (such as being a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) or the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)).
• Significant experience in local government finance, particularly in budget management, financial planning, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. The ability to interpret and present financial data clearly and concisely is crucial. Leadership and management skills are also needed to oversee a team of finance professionals.
• As the Section 151 Officer, you will ultimately be accountable for the financial well-being of the London Borough of Hillingdon.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants, and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents, so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Additional Information

Due to an expected high volume of applications, we could close this role early; we therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Seniority Level

Executive

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

Government Administration