Head of Finance

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

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Finance Leader to drive financial strategy and planning across Children's Services. This role requires a fully qualified accountant with significant public sector experience. You will provide strategic financial advice, lead financial strategy development, and ensure compliance with regulations while driving efficiency. This position offers £400 - £450 per day with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with relevant qualifications.
• Extensive finance experience in the public sector.
• Proven experience at senior management level.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial advice to senior leadership.
• Lead development of financial strategies.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Strategic financial advice

Public sector finance experience

Financial sustainability

Risk management

Collaborative approach

Education

Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Lead financial strategy and planning across Children's Services, advising senior leaders and ensuring strong financial control. Drive transformation and efficiency while managing high-performing finance teams.

Client Details

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.

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.

Profile

· 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.

Job 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.