Interim Head of Financial Strategy

The Company is seeking an Interim Head of Financial Strategy to lead its financial planning and monitoring. The role will guide the development and review of the medium-term financial strategy and annual budget, coordinating integrated capital and revenue plans. Responsibilities include establishing robust monthly financial monitoring, identifying risks and corrective actions, and overseeing capital financing and borrowing considerations. The successful candidate will provide strategic advice and present complex financial information to senior leaders and governance stakeholders. Applicants must be a CCAB- or CIPFA-qualified accountant with extensive senior-level experience in local government finance. They should have a proven record of leading medium-term financial strategy development, budget setting, and corporate financial planning. Strong knowledge of local government funding, capital financing, treasury management, and financial governance is required. The role also calls for political awareness, effective stakeholder engagement, and the ability to assess complex financial challenges and develop sustainable solutions.