Head of Finance

Michael Page (UK); Oldbury; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a strategic finance leader for a public sector organization in the UK. This role involves providing financial advice, leading strategy development, and enhancing financial control. Candidates should be fully qualified accountants with extensive public sector experience. The position offers £400-£450 per day, hybrid working, and a 3-month initial contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Extensive public sector finance experience, ideally within local government and children's services.
• Proven experience operating at a senior management level within a complex organisation.
• A proactive and strategic thinker with a collaborative and hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial advice to leadership teams.
• Lead development and implementation of financial strategies.
• Deliver guidance on financial sustainability and risk management.

Skills

Strategic financial advice

Financial strategy development

Financial sustainability

Budgeting and forecasting

Public sector finance

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Strategic finance leadership role with a focus on improving services. Shape financial planning, control and transformation across a key public service.

About Our Client

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic and purpose-driven public sector organisation focused on delivering high-quality services for children and families. With a strong commitment to transformation, accountability, and impact, they offer an opportunity for a senior finance leader to help shape the future of care and support for young people.

Job Description

• Provide strategic financial advice, insight and challenge to the Executive and Strategic Leadership Teams.
• Lead the development and implementation of financial strategies aligned with the orgnaisation's goals and transformation plans.
• Deliver expert guidance on financial sustainability, risk, budgeting, and forecasting to inform business initiatives.
• Ensure robust financial control and compliance with statutory and internal regulations, while identifying efficiency opportunities.
• Act as a trusted advisor, driving value-for-money and effective use of resources.
• Lead the finance transaction and administration teams, ensuring high-quality service delivery and governance.

The Successful Applicant

• A fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Extensive public sector finance experience, ideally within local government and children's services.
• Proven experience operating at a senior management level within a complex organisation.
• A proactive and strategic thinker with a collaborative and hands-on approach
• Passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people and families.

What's on Offer

• £400 - £450 per day (inside IR35).
• Initial 3-month contract.
• Potential for extension or permanent appointment.
• Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a high-profile leadership role.