Strategic Finance Director - Public Sector Leadership

i-Jobs; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Strategic Director of Finance to oversee financial administration and provide strategic leadership in Cardiff. The role requires a degree-level education, chartered accountancy qualification, and significant experience in public/private sectors. Candidates must demonstrate strong financial proficiency, stakeholder engagement, and political sensitivity, along with proven leadership skills. Offering a contract of 6+ months at a pay rate of £55.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or equivalent with continuous professional development.
• Chartered accountancy qualification is essential.
• Experience in board/executive-level roles in public or private sector.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper administration of financial affairs as Responsible Financial Officer.
• Provide strategic leadership for organizational development.
• Oversee risk, compliance, and assurance functions.

Skills

Leadership

Financial proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Political sensitivity

Problem-solving

Education

Degree level education

Chartered accountancy qualification

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Strategic Director of Finance to oversee financial administration and provide strategic leadership in Cardiff. The role requires a degree-level education, chartered accountancy qualification, and significant experience in public/private sectors. Candidates must demonstrate strong financial proficiency, stakeholder engagement, and political sensitivity, along with proven leadership skills. Offering a contract of 6+ months at a pay rate of £55.00 per hour.