Head Of Finance

Sellick Partnership; Greater Lincolnshire; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Lincolnshire is seeking a Head of Finance Delivery to lead financial management and statutory accounts. The successful candidate will be a fully qualified CCAB accountant with proven public sector experience. Responsibilities include providing strategic financial advice, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with legislation. The role offers hybrid working and a salary up to £68,560.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative work environment

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience in complex financial environments.
• Strong understanding of statutory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management and statutory accounts delivery.
• Liaise with statutory Section 151 Officers.
• Provide strategic financial advice and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and agreements.
• Drive innovation in financial service delivery.
• Manage and inspire a team of up to 10 FTEs.
• Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer as needed.

Skills

Fully qualified CCAB accountant

Financial leadership in public sector

Local government finance knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

CCAB qualification (CIPFA, CIMA)

Job description

Head of Finance Delivery

Location: Hybrid working with offices in Spalding, Boston, and Horncastle

Permanent Full-time

Salary: Up to £68,560

Sellick Partnership are excited to be recruiting for a permanent Head of Finance to join our forward-thinking Public Sector client based in Lincolnshire.

The Role

As Head of Finance, you will:

• Lead the planning and delivery of end-to-end financial management and statutory accounts.
• Be the key liaison between the client and the statutory Section 151 Officers across our client councils.
• Provide strategic financial advice, performance reporting, and budget planning.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, governance, and service level agreements.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in financial service delivery.
• Manage and inspire a team of up to 10 FTEs, promoting a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer when required.

What We're Looking For

• Fully qualified CCAB accountant (e.g. CIPFA, CIMA) with evidence of ongoing CPD.
• Proven experience in financial leadership within the public sector or similar complex environments.
• Strong understanding of local government finance, statutory reporting, and budget management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for public service and innovation.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation focused on Service Delivery, Transformation, Engagement, People, and Performance (STEPP).
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and policies designed to support work-life balance.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will shape financial strategy and impact communities.

Ready to Apply?

Please apply now for immediate consideration or call Daniella Pye at Sellick Partnership for further information.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. We assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV.