Director of Finance (Deputy S151)
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- England
- full-time
- £850.00 - £950.00 per day
Job Description:
Our client is recruiting for a Director of Finance to join them on an initial 6 month contract, likely to be extended for another 6 months. This is a full time position (35+ hours per week) that offers hybrid working (2-3 days working from home) and is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in financial management and strategic planning, particularly within a council or public sector environment. This role offers a unique blend of strategic influence and hands-on financial oversight, allowing you to impact both the day-to-day and long-term directions of the Council.
Director of Finance (Deputy S151) - About The Role
*Strategic and Operational Leadership: You’ll be a key player in directing operations and working closely with the Director to shape and implement the Council’s strategic development plans.
*Financial Oversight: A major aspect of your role will involve ensuring the Council’s financial integrity, applying high standards of financial control, and contributing to policy and decision-making.
The successful Director of Finance (Deputy S151) will have/be:
*Ideally, you will have a solid background in financial control and operational management, especially within a public sector or council setting.
*Strong analytical, strategic planning, and leadership skills are essential, along with a collaborative approach.
Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
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Director of Finance (Deputy S151) - About The Role
*Strategic and Operational Leadership: You’ll be a key player in directing operations and working closely with the Director to shape and implement the Council’s strategic development plans.
*Financial Oversight: A major aspect of your role will involve ensuring the Council’s financial integrity, applying high standards of financial control, and contributing to policy and decision-making.
The successful Director of Finance (Deputy S151) will have/be:
*Ideally, you will have a solid background in financial control and operational management, especially within a public sector or council setting.
*Strong analytical, strategic planning, and leadership skills are essential, along with a collaborative approach.
Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
Refer a friend
If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Job number 1679674
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Company Details:
Howett Thorpe
Company size: 20–49 employees
Industry: Accountancy
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