S151 Officer - Reed : Job Details

We are working with a local authority in Sheffield to find an Assistant Director of Finance on an interim basis. Contract Type: Initial 4 months  Location: Hybrid/remote Umbrella day rate: £800 - £900 per day  We are seeking an interim Assistant Director of Finance – Business Partnering to provide cover until our permanent recruitment is completed. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record as an Assistant Director with extensive experience in Finance Business Partnering within a large complex organisation.Day to day of the role:-Lead on Section 151 responsibilities on behalf of the CFO, including the development, review, and monitoring of the Council’s Medium-Term Financial Strategy and annual Revenue and Capital Budgets.  - Provide expert financial business partnering advice to Directors to support the financial sustainability of their services and address key financial challenges.  - Act as a proactive member of the Finance and Commercial services Leadership Team, leading on cross-cutting priorities.  - Line management responsibilities including mentoring and supporting team members in their professional development.  Required Skills & Qualifications:- Must be a qualified accountant and a member of a registered body as defined in the Local Government Finance Act 1988.  - Eligible to act as a Section 151 Officer.  - Extensive experience in a similar role within local government.  - Demonstrable experience in financial strategy development and budget management.  - Strong leadership skills and experience in team management and development.  - Excellent communication and business partnering skills.If you are interested, or have any questions, please let me know.