Head of finance - Resources

Panoramic Associates Limted; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance for a London Borough Council for a 6-month contract. This hybrid role requires significant expertise in Local Government finance, leading a finance team, and strong stakeholder management. The successful candidate will lead the budget processes and provide clear financial messaging during a crucial transition period.

Qualifications

• Significant, recent experience in Local Government finance is essential.
• Proven track record of leading finance teams with minimum 2‑3 staff.
• Skilled at translating complex finance into clear, accessible messaging.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Q3 Budget Monitoring process.
• Finalise Budget Papers for Council and Leadership Team in February.
• Oversee and support Year-End Closure.
• Manage and mentor a small finance team.
• Provide financial messaging tailored for senior leadership.

Skills

Local Government finance expertise

Leading finance teams

Stakeholder management

Clear communication of complex finance

Proactive and resilient approach

Job description

Interim Head of Finance - London Borough Council

Contract: Interim - 6 Months

Location: Hybrid - London office (minimum 2 days per week)

Start Date: Mid-December 2023

About the Role

Panoramic Associates are working with a London Borough Council to recruit an experienced Interim Head of Finance to provide leadership and stability during a critical transition period. This is a high‑profile role, reporting into Senior Finance Management, with responsibility for guiding a newly restructured team and delivering key statutory processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Q3 Budget Monitoring process.
• Finalise Budget Papers for Council and Leadership Team in February.
• Oversee and support Year‑End Closure.
• Manage and mentor a small finance team.
• Provide clear, imperative financial messaging tailored for senior leadership and political members.
• Challenge assumptions and ensure robust financial governance across directorates.

What We're Looking For

• Local Government finance expertise – significant, recent experience is essential.
• Proven track record of leading finance teams (minimum 2‑3 staff).
• Strong stakeholder management – confident in engaging senior leadership and political members.
• Skilled at translating complex finance into clear, accessible messaging for non‑finance audiences.
• A hands‑on, proactive, and resilient – able to challenge directors and senior managers effectively.

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