Full job descriptionLead the strategic financial planning agenda for a large and complex organisation, driving budget setting, medium-term financial planning, and financial sustainability. Partner with senior leaders to provide expert financial insight, support transformation initiatives, and influence key organisational decisions




Client Details
Our client is a large and highly respected public sector organisation delivering a wide range of vital services across a diverse community. With a strong focus on transformation, financial resilience, and long-term sustainability, the organisation offers a collaborative environment where finance professionals play a central role in shaping strategic outcomes and supporting meaningful change.




Description
*Lead the development and maintenance of the organisation’s Medium-Term Financial Plan.
*Coordinate and oversee the annual budget setting process.
*Provide strategic financial advice to senior executives, leadership teams, and key stakeholders.
*Support robust financial governance and effective decision-making across the organisation.
*Manage and develop members of the financial planning and business partnering team.
*Monitor key financial resources including reserves, provisions, and corporate budgets.
*Lead statutory and government financial returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
*Contribute to major transformation programmes, business cases, and strategic projects.
*Prepare high-profile financial reports for senior leadership and governance forums.
*Deputise for senior finance leadership when required and represent the organisation at key meetings and external networks.


Profile
* Strong experience in financial planning, budgeting, and financial management.
*Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
*Experience operating at a senior level and advising executive leaders.
*A thorough understanding of governance, statutory reporting, and financial controls.
*The ability to lead teams, drive performance, and develop talent.
*Commercial acumen with experience supporting transformation, change, and investment decisions.
*Excellent communication skills and the confidence to present complex financial information to both financial and non-financial audiences.
*A proactive, solution-focused approach with the ability to navigate complex and evolving environments.




Job Offer
*Competitive salary ranging from £62,000 to £67,000 per annum.
*Amazing pension
*Extensive benefits
*Hybrid & flexible working.
*Opportunities to influence financial policies and strategies.
*Collaborative and professional work environment.
*Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply today.