Head of Finance & Procurement – 6-Month Strategic Budget Lead

Harvey Nash Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Head of Finance & Procurement for a six-month contract starting in January 2026. The role involves leading financial accounting and reporting while attending important committees to advise on financial governance. Candidates must be fully qualified accountants with strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting, ideally in a public sector context. This role is offered with a hybrid working model, requiring presence in the office for six days each month.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with up-to-date CPD.
• Strong technical expertise in financial accounting.
• Experience leading high quality financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial accounting, reporting, planning, and procurement.
• Attend Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee meetings.
• Advise on financial risk and budget position.

Skills

Financial accounting expertise

Budgeting and forecasting

Technical accounting skills

Audit requirements understanding

Policy implications analysis

Senior finance environment experience

High quality financial reporting

Education

Relevant accountancy qualifications

Job description

A consulting firm is seeking a Head of Finance & Procurement for a six-month contract starting in January 2026. The role involves leading financial accounting and reporting while attending important committees to advise on financial governance. Candidates must be fully qualified accountants with strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting, ideally in a public sector context. This role is offered with a hybrid working model, requiring presence in the office for six days each month.