Head of Finance

Fife Council; Glenrothes; Hybrid; GBP 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial management and reporting across the Council. The successful candidate will lead a team of around 100 staff and drive innovation in financial services. Key qualifications include being a qualified accountant with substantial experience in financial management and strategic planning. This role also involves advising senior leaders on financial strategy and representing the Council externally, making it essential for candidates to have strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading finance functions in complex organisations.
• Track record of successful financial management and strategic planning.
• Ability to provide trusted advice to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure robust financial management and reporting across the Council.
• Lead a team of around 100 staff in finance operations and audit.
• Drive innovation and change to deliver efficient financial services.

Skills

Financial management

Strategic planning

Risk management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Qualified accountant (member of a CCAB body)

Job description

# Head of FinanceRef no:: 455232Published:: 13/01/2026Closes:: 01/02/2026Location:: Fife House, North Street, Glenrothes, Fife, KY7 5LTSalary:: £120,596 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 36 hours per weekWork From Home:: HybridThe application page will open in a new window.### About the Role* Ensure robust financial management and reporting across the Council, promoting effective planning and decision-making.* Lead a team of around 100 staff, including finance operations, business partners, internal audit, risk management, and pensions.* Drive innovation and change, optimising resources and technology to deliver efficient financial, internal audit, and pension services.* Advise senior leaders and elected members on financial strategy, risk, and compliance, safeguarding the Council’s interests.* Develop and oversee the Council’s capital investment plan and revenue budget process.* Provide expert guidance on pension fund administration and investment strategies and manage delegated investment decisions.* Represent the Council externally, building strong networks with local authorities, government, and public agencies.### About you* Qualified accountant (member of a CCAB body) with significant experience leading finance functions in complex organisations.* Track record of successful financial management, strategic planning, and risk management.* Proven ability to provide trusted advice to senior stakeholders in political and partnership environments.* Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams, champion change, and deliver results.* Up-to-date knowledge of accounting requirements, regulation, and best practice.* Excellent communication, advocacy, and partnership skills.* Experience in audit, risk management, and treasury management is desirable, as is commercial awareness and understanding of the national agenda influencing local government in Scotland.### Special ConditionsThis post is politically restricted under the Local Government & Housing Act 1989. Appointment is subject to a Level 2 Disclosure check by Disclosure Scotland.The application page will open in a new window.* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement