Finance Director to drive strategic growth for Warwickshire County Council

3 days ago


Nuneaton, Warwickshire, United Kingdom Warwickshire County Council Full time £50,000

Job Title: Finance Director to drive strategic growth for Warwickshire County Council

About Us: Warwickshire County Council is a forward-thinking local authority with a reputation for excellence in public service. We strive to foster a workplace culture that supports professional growth, work-life balance, and employee well-being.

Job Summary:

  • Lead and mentor a team of capable accountants and finance officers
  • Oversee the budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting process
  • Drive high-profile capital projects and transformation initiatives to support SEND funding and school inclusion
  • Financial evaluation of tender applications, undertaking scenario modelling and identify the risk and financial implications
  • Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to senior managers and make recommendations for strategic decision-making
  • Presentation of financial insights to the Warwickshire Schools Forum, facilitating discussions on funding allocations and resource management across the county
  • Manage the year-end closing processes, ensuring compliance with financial frameworks and maintaining high standards of financial accuracy
  • Drive continuous improvement by streamlining financial processes and procedures

Requirements:

  • A professional Level 7 CCAB or CIMA Finance and Accounting qualification
  • Solid background in school funding, DSG, and public sector finance
  • LGPS pension with flexible contributions, secure future benefits, and life cover
  • ~28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day during Christmas
  • An agile working environment
  • Additional benefits such as discounts, enhanced parental leave, additional annual leave purchase scheme, and well-being support

Where specific UK qualifications are required, we will take into account overseas equivalents.



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