Head of Finance - Interim

Opportunity for a Head of Finance to lead the financial & administration teams to join a purpose-driven charity supporting children in the West Midlands. There is potential permanent opportunity for the right individual. The organisation is looking for a Head of Finance who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people and keen to be part of a purpose-driven team making a real difference. Working in a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment offering flexible working & excellent benefits.



The Head of Finance should be a strategic thinker who can develop and implement financial strategies that are in line with the organisation's ambition for excellence and underpin our approach to transformation. Someone who can lead the finance function through planning, managing, and delivering and financial advice & guidance to the Senior Management Team on strategic decisions and business initiatives. You'll provide expert financial leadership, ensuring resources are used effectively to deliver high-quality outcomes for children and families - underpinned by the recognition of the financial constraints faced by the public sector. Whilst ensuring compliance with financial regulations, statutory requirements, and internal policies there is a clear requirement to identify opportunities to reduce cost and improve financial efficiency. About the role:




· The successful candidate will also be responsible for providing a high-quality finance support services to the Executive Management Team and the wider Strategic Leadership Team, contributing to effective financial management within each service.

· Reporting into and working closely with the Director for Resources and Governance you will be accountable for strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for Children's Services.

· You will take the lead on financial control to enable financial sustainability and provide professional counsel and insight as a trusted advisor to front line departments. In addition, you will need to be able to forge strong and impactful relationships, with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.




The ideal candidate will need to be:

· A qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

· Proven experience in public sector finance, ideally within local government and children's services

· Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

· A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach

· Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.