Strategic Finance Director, Public Sector

5 Star Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnet Council is seeking an Assistant Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership. You will support the Executive Director of Strategy & Resources, deliver the medium-term financial strategy, and ensure robust financial controls across services.

Leading a budget management team, you will oversee accounts closure, audit readiness, and treasury management, while building partnerships with Members, officers and external bodies to sustain value for money.

Qualifications

• Senior strategic management experience in a large public sector organisation.
• CCAB membership (preferably CIPFA) and post-qualification experience.
• Experience translating drivers into strategic objectives and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Council's Budget Setting process and deliver timely intelligence to Members.
• Oversee annual accounts preparation and achieve unmodified audit opinions.
• Maintain robust financial systems, controls and compliant processes.
• Provide financial advice to management teams and budget holders across the Council.
• Monitor compliance with legislation, duties and Council policies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Recognised management qualification

Job description

Barnet Council is seeking an Assistant Director of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership. You will support the Executive Director of Strategy & Resources, deliver the medium-term financial strategy, and ensure robust financial controls across services.

Leading a budget management team, you will oversee accounts closure, audit readiness, and treasury management, while building partnerships with Members, officers and external bodies to sustain value for money.