Interim Finance Transformation Lead

Sellick Partnership; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A key public sector organization is seeking a Finance Transformation Lead to build an integrated and future-ready finance function. This role involves significant strategic and operational leadership, ensuring a cohesive finance function while managing complex stakeholder environments. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working conditions, perfect for an expert in public sector finance.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in public sector finance transformation.
• Deep understanding of Local Authority finance systems.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Director's strategic partner in a coherent finance function.
• Lead the design and implementation of the new finance structure.
• Oversee transition to a new finance system and redesign financial processes.

Skills

Public sector finance transformation

Experience with ERP systems

Stakeholder management

Strategic vision

Operational delivery capability

Job description

Finance Transformation Lead

800 to 950 DOE

(Hybrid Working)

North West

Finance Transformation Lead: I am delighted to be partnering a key Public Sector organisation in their search for a senior finance transformation specialist to support the Director in building a fit-for-purpose integrated and future-ready finance function for the organisation.

Key responsibilities of the Finance Transformation Lead:

• Act as the Directors strategic partner in delivering a coherent, resilient finance function.
• Lead the design and implementation of the new finance structure across the group finance function.
• Oversee the transition to a new finance system and the redesign of financial processes and reporting.
• Coordinate with HR, and legal to support restructuring, recruitment and associated constitutional developments

Key responsibilities of the Finance Transformation Lead:

• A strong track record in public sector finance transformation (essential)
• Deep understanding of Local Authority finance systems and statutory responsibilities (essential)
• Experience with ERP systems
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex stakeholder environments.
• Strategic vision and operational delivery capability.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior finance transformation specialist who thrives on delivering results in a high-profile role.

If you meet the essential criteria and are keen to hear more, please apply now, or contact Abigail Day at Sellick Partnership.

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