Interim Strategic Finance Leader - Local Government Transformation

Audit & Risk Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Finance for a West London Council based in Uxbridge. This interim role offers £700 per day inside IR35 and requires a CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant with local government experience. The candidate will lead financial modelling, mentor finance talent, and implement a self-service budget management culture. Clear responsibilities and expectations are outlined, making it a key leadership position in finance.

Qualifications

• CCAB / CIMA qualified accountant with significant local government experience.
• Strong track record in closing directorate accounts and managing audit relationships.
• Ability to challenge senior management effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial modelling for demand-led budgets.
• Coordinate Corporate Finance training programs.
• Move the culture toward self-service budget management.

Skills

Financial strategy

Budget management

Mentoring finance talent

Auditing

Education

CCAB / CIMA qualification

Job description

A specialized recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Finance for a West London Council based in Uxbridge. This interim role offers £700 per day inside IR35 and requires a CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant with local government experience. The candidate will lead financial modelling, mentor finance talent, and implement a self-service budget management culture. Clear responsibilities and expectations are outlined, making it a key leadership position in finance.