Financial Director

1 month ago

Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Deerfoot IT Resources Limited Full time
Lead Accountant Job Description

Deerfoot IT Resources Limited is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Accountant to join our team on a temporary contract. As a key member of our finance team, you will be responsible for providing proactive financial support to our directorates and leading a team of skilled finance professionals.

About the Role:

As a Lead Accountant, you will report to the Deputy Head of Finance and be responsible for managing a team of Finance Business Partners, Accountancy Officers, and apprentices. Your key responsibilities will include:

  1. Supporting budgeting processes and resource planning
  2. Delivering high-quality financial information to senior management
  3. Presenting financial information at public meetings, Scrutiny panels, and regional projects
  4. Deputising for the Deputy Head of Finance as required
  5. Leading in the production and monitoring of written procedures for team roles
  6. Playing a key role in service improvement, change management, and transformation programs
  7. Ensuring compliance with Equal Opportunities, Financial Contract Rules, and Code of Conduct policies
Key Responsibilities:

As a Lead Accountant, you will be responsible for:

  1. Financial Leadership: Lead the finance team, ensuring proactive support to directorates, managing financial risks, and advising senior management.
  2. Decision-Making: Provide financial appraisal and cost-benefit analysis for business proposals.
  3. Managing Resources: Liaise with Executive Directors and service managers to provide reliable financial support across service areas.
  4. Performance Management: Ensure performance targets are met, staff cover is maintained, and quality financial services are provided.
  5. Out of hours work: Occasional working outside normal hours, such as meeting attendance, training, and workloads.
The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a candidate with:

  1. Proven experience in public sector finance
  2. Strong leadership skills with experience managing finance teams
  3. Expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, and providing strategic financial advice
  4. Ability to communicate financial information to a wide range of stakeholders
  5. Experience with financial regulations and performance management
What We Offer:

We offer a competitive daily rate of £220 (Inside IR35) and a hybrid working model with flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity to lead and influence key financial decisions within the public sector.

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