Interim Head of Finance – Public Sector (6‑Month)

Brackenberry; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Head of Finance for a 6-month contract in Northallerton. The role involves providing expert financial advice, leading financial strategy, and overseeing service-level agreements. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with significant experience in senior finance roles, preferably within the public sector. A competitive rate of £36.02 - £45.75 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in finance.
• Experience in the public sector or complex organizations.
• Confidence to engage at senior levels including elected members.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial advice, planning, and reporting.
• Lead on financial strategy and performance management.
• Oversee service-level agreements for finance services.

Skills

Expert financial advice

Leadership in senior finance roles

Technical accounting knowledge

Budgeting cycles management

Communication and influencing skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)

Tools

Oracle

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Head of Finance for a 6-month contract in Northallerton. The role involves providing expert financial advice, leading financial strategy, and overseeing service-level agreements. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with significant experience in senior finance roles, preferably within the public sector. A competitive rate of £36.02 - £45.75 per hour is offered.