Head of Finance

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

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Senior Finance Leader in Oldbury to provide strategic financial advice and lead financial strategies. The role requires a fully qualified accountant with substantial public sector finance experience and a passion for improving outcomes for children and families. This position offers a hybrid working model and compensation of £400 - £450 per day for an initial 3-month contract.

Benefits

Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office

Opportunity for permanent appointment

Qualifications

• Extensive public sector finance experience, ideally in children's services.
• Proven experience at a senior management level in a complex organisation.
• Proactive and strategic thinker with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial advice and insight.
• Lead development and implementation of financial strategies.
• Ensure financial compliance and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Act as a trusted advisor driving value-for-money.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Public sector finance experience

Financial compliance

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

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

Job description

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

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.