Michael Page
Interim Deputy S151 - Head of Finance
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Job Description
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Deputy S151 to step into a highly visible interim role, leading a sizeable finance function and supporting an S151 Officer through a period of organisational change and transformation. You'll combine technical excellence with strategic leadership, helping to strengthen financial management, develop teams and drive improvement across a complex public sector environment.
Client Details
A public sector organisation based in the North of England
Description
- Oversee the preparation and monitoring of budgets to ensure financial sustainability.
- Provide expert financial advice to senior management and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with statutory financial regulations and reporting requirements.
- Lead on the preparation of financial statements and reports.
- Support the development and implementation of effective financial strategies and policies.
- Manage financial risks and provide mitigation strategies.
- Oversee the performance of the finance team, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
- Support the Section 151 Officer in fulfilling legal and regulatory responsibilities.
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Profile
A successful Interim Deputy S151 should have:
- Professional accounting qualifications, such as CIPFA, ACCA, or CIMA.
- Experience in managing public sector finance and compliance.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and governance frameworks.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide and lead a finance team.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to financial challenges.
- Proficiency in financial systems and software.
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Job Offer
- Competitive daily rate, dependent on the level of experience.
- Up to six months initially
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