Senior Financial Strategist

21 hours ago


Newport, Newport, United Kingdom Hays Accounts and Finance Full time

About Us

Hays Accounts and Finance is a leading provider of financial services, dedicated to supporting businesses in achieving their goals. We are currently seeking an experienced Head of Business Partnering and Financial Planning to join our team.

Your New Role

  • Manage and supervise senior finance professionals to ensure strategic financial oversight and implement a standardized operating model for effective financial services.
  • Lead the organization's strategic financial management, including the development of the medium-term financial plan, annual budget, and local tax strategies.
  • Act as the primary finance professional for the organization's transformation plans, ensuring they are strategically sound, integrated, and financially sustainable.
  • Oversee daily operations and performance management of the Budget Strategy team, ensuring consistent high performance.
  • Ensure compliance with S151 statutory officer responsibilities, developing and maintaining internal financial policies and regulations, while aligning with external standards and best practices.
  • Drive the development of the Accountancy Service under the direction of the Assistant/Head of Finance, focusing on HR, workforce matters, and service provision to ensure quality accountancy support.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior officers and members, providing financial compliance advice, addressing challenges, and guiding financial governance.
  • Act as a financial authority on major organizational projects, ensuring financial controls and governance are integrated throughout.
  • Serve as the primary advisor on specialized financial topics, demonstrating expertise in relevant financial disciplines.
  • Oversee preparation and delivery of financial and non-financial reports relevant to the role, presenting these to senior officers as necessary.
  • Support and deputise for the Assistant/Head of Finance, helping to achieve service objectives and acting as a deputy S151 officer in their absence.
  • Represent the Assistant/Head of Finance in various internal and external meetings, contributing as a key expert on financial matters.

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • Proven experience in a senior financial role, with public sector experience being essential.
  • Relevant accounting qualifications (e.g., CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • The ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Clear business partnering and financial planning experience.

Salary and Benefits

  • A competitive salary of up to £58,000 per annum, with opportunities for progression and career development.
  • A hybrid working arrangement, with one day per week spent in Newport.
  • A range of benefits, including the Local Government Pension Scheme, 26 days' annual leave, and access to employee wellbeing schemes.
  • An opportunity to work with a forward-thinking council committed to community outcomes and innovative projects.

How to Apply



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