Head of Finance

1 week ago


Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Canterbury City Council Full time
Are you a finance professional with a passion to make a difference in the community?

Are you an independent thinker who challenges the norm?

Can you inspire others and lead through example?

We are looking for a Head of Finance to join our team.

If you want to work in a cultural and vibrant city whilst also being close to the coastal towns of Whitstable and Herne Bay this could be the perfect place for you to develop your career.

This is a very exciting time to be working at Canterbury with major changes due to the Levelling Up Funding.


Head of Finance is a key role in the organisation and we are looking for an inspirational, dynamic and proactive person, who has great communication and can support a wide diverse group of officers and members.

Someone who wants to develop and grow their own staff and together make a real difference in how the finance service is delivered.


The role will include:

Providing strategic financial guidance and direction to support the councils ambitious goals and objectives.

Lead, inspire and manage a talented and dedicated finance team, fostering a collaborative and high performing culture.


Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes ensuring accuracy and alignment with corporate plan objectives within a challenging financial environment for local authorities.

Monitor and analyse financial performance, ensure robust controls are followed and collaborate with stakeholders.

As well as all the usual areas you would expect a Head of Finance to be involved in.

**Why work for Canterbury City Council: - **- A great Finance team to lead and work with

  • An ambitious, collaborative and interesting council to work for
  • Generous annual leave starting at 28 Days with an additional 3 days plus Bank Holidays
  • Option to buy annual leave up to 8 days per year
  • Local government pension scheme
  • Flexible work location/ Hybrid working
  • Flexible working hours
  • Excellent opportunities for training and development
- ..And much more

Interviews will be carried out on the 28 August 2023.

Site maintenance is being carried out on 19 August 2023 between 00:00-12:00.
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