Strategic Chief of Corporate Finance & Treasury

East Midlands; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Corporate Finance to lead financial strategy and management. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, drive financial efficiency, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Responsibilities include overseeing the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, financial planning, and risk management. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, experience in local governance, and hold a relevant chartered accounting qualification. This role offers the opportunity to shape financial strategies to meet regional priorities.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a senior finance leader in a local authority or large, complex organisation.
• Proven experience as a trusted financial advisor influencing strategic decision-making.
• Ability to analyse complex financial information for strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Corporate Finance function, aligning it with strategic objectives.
• Deliver the Medium-Term Financial Strategy and associated plans.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with statutory financial requirements.

Skills

Financial Planning

Financial Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Budgeting

Strategic Leadership

Team Development

Communication Skills

Education

Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA)

Job description

A regional authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Corporate Finance to lead financial strategy and management. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, drive financial efficiency, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Responsibilities include overseeing the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, financial planning, and risk management. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, experience in local governance, and hold a relevant chartered accounting qualification. This role offers the opportunity to shape financial strategies to meet regional priorities.