Finance & Resources Director | Flexible Working

Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service; Stone; On-site; GBP 109,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire and rescue service is seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to lead financial strategy and governance. This pivotal role involves robust leadership, ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities, and promoting ethical management. The successful candidate will have extensive experience at a senior level, particularly in public or private sectors. Key responsibilities include overseeing finance, procurement, and payroll, alongside contributing to strategic decision-making. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including flexible working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Access to gyms & fitness advisor

Qualifications

• Significant experience at senior level within public or private sector organisations.
• Strong political awareness, ability to work with senior leaders.
• Commitment to the Core Code of Ethics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the effective administration of all financial affairs.
• Provide high-quality financial advice to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Ethical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Full membership of a recognised accountancy body

Tools

Financial software

Job description

A regional fire and rescue service is seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to lead financial strategy and governance. This pivotal role involves robust leadership, ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities, and promoting ethical management. The successful candidate will have extensive experience at a senior level, particularly in public or private sectors. Key responsibilities include overseeing finance, procurement, and payroll, alongside contributing to strategic decision-making. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including flexible working and professional development opportunities.