Head of Financial Services - Resources (and Deputy s.151 Officer)

TN United Kingdom; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a qualified and experienced professional to lead the financial services team at Torfaen County Borough Council. This role requires a strong leader with a thorough understanding of corporate finance and the ability to drive continuous improvement in financial management. The council is known for its supportive culture and innovative initiatives, making it a great place to work.

Qualifications

• Substantial leadership and management experience in complex environments.
• Thorough understanding of corporate finance within a democratic framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team in financial services.
• Fulfill corporate finance responsibilities across the council.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Corporate Finance

Education

Qualified Accountant

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Head of Financial Services - Resources (and Deputy s.151 Officer), Pontypool

Client: Torfaen County Borough Council

Location: Pontypool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Finance

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e817146cde4c

Job Views: 3

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Overview:

Torfaen is an innovative and vibrant Council with a clear vision and direction as articulated in its County Plan. The leadership is strong and supportive, with a robust corporate and governance approach. Despite its size, Torfaen CBC effectively utilizes its resources, maintaining low council tax rates in Wales while pioneering innovative initiatives. The council is politically and administratively stable, earning a reputable standing within its peer group and beyond, positioning itself well to meet future strategic and operational challenges.

The retirement of the long-standing Head of Financial Services presents an excellent opportunity for a qualified and experienced professional to lead a high-performing team. The division offers customer-focused, cost-effective accounting and financial services across the council, fulfilling corporate finance responsibilities. A genuine Business Partner culture has been developed, emphasizing continuous improvement in financial management, planning, and reporting.

This role is demanding and broad in scope, but the strong organizational structure and support within the authority ensure you have the resources needed for success. The culture is positive, warm, and supportive, with efforts made to maintain the trust of residents and stakeholders. Candidates should possess personal credibility and professional experience to confidently assume this vital role. While diverse backgrounds are considered, a thorough understanding of corporate finance within a democratic and accountable framework is essential. A qualified accountant with substantial leadership and management experience in complex environments is required.

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