Job type
TemporaryLocation
GloucesterWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
Competitive day rate
Local Government - Interim Head of Finance - 6 months
Interim Head of Finance – Local Government
Location: Gloucester
Contract: Interim (cover during permanent recruitment process)
Team: 15 Finance Professionals
Start: ASAP
My client is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Interim Head of Finance to lead our finance function during a period of transformation and while we recruit to the permanent post.
This is a critical leadership role, overseeing a high‑performing team of 15 and ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely financial reporting, effective financial controls, and strategic financial support across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strong leadership and direction to the Finance team, maintaining high standards of performance, service delivery, and professional development.
- Oversee financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting.
- Responcibility for Business partnering and commercial finance team
- Drive positive change within the finance function, supporting ongoing improvement projects and modernising ways of working.
- Act as a trusted business partner to senior leadership, supporting decision‑making with clear financial insight.
- Ensure robust governance, compliance, and stewardship of public funds.
- Maintain continuity and stability in the finance function throughout the permanent recruitment process.
About You
We are looking for a collaborative, resilient, and strategically minded finance leader who can quickly build rapport, bring structure, and guide the department through transition.
You will:
- Be a fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
- Have demonstrable senior finance leadership experience, ideally within the public sector, policing, emergency services, or complex multi‑stakeholder environments.
- Be confident leading change, improving processes, and embedding best practice.
- Bring excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in shaping the future of this local government organisation and finance function over a short period of time. You will be joining a purpose‑led organisation committed to serving and protecting the local community, with the chance to make a real impact during a pivotal period of transformation.
What you need to do now
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