Interim CFO & COO (S151) — Public Sector Transformation

Integris Financial Recruitment Ltd; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency is seeking an Interim CFO & COO for a 6-12 month contract in South Yorkshire. This senior leadership position involves providing strategic oversight across corporate services, enhancing governance frameworks, and leading significant change initiatives. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified accountants with extensive experience at the Executive level, capable of navigating complex environments and fostering high-performance cultures. This is a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in local government.

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Director or Executive Director level.
• Experience in corporate services including finance, governance/legal, and HR.
• Experience leading large-scale improvement or transformation programmes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight across core corporate services.
• Strengthen governance frameworks and lead delivery-focused change.
• Create a high-performance culture focused on collaboration.

Skills

Leadership of large multi-disciplinary directorates

Statutory governance knowledge

Stakeholder management

Exceptional communication skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent)

Job description

A financial recruitment agency is seeking an Interim CFO & COO for a 6-12 month contract in South Yorkshire. This senior leadership position involves providing strategic oversight across corporate services, enhancing governance frameworks, and leading significant change initiatives. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified accountants with extensive experience at the Executive level, capable of navigating complex environments and fostering high-performance cultures. This is a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in local government.