Assistant Director Of Finance

Job Role: Assistant Director of Finance Location: Colindale, Barnet Salary/ pay rate: £700 per day Job Type: Senior interims Job Role: Support the Executive Director of Strategy & Resources in ensuring sound financial management, effective financial strategy, and high-quality administration across Barnet Council. Collaborate with the Finance Leadership Team, Members, and senior officers to deliver financial sustainability and meet strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Financial Strategy & Management: Develop and implement the Council's financial strategy, including budget setting, medium-term financial planning, and resource prioritisation. Ensure compliance with statutory financial responsibilities (e.g., S151 and S114 duties). Deliver accurate financial systems, accountancy services, and treasury management to optimise resources and ensure cash flow sufficiency. Leadership & Oversight: Provide visible leadership for finance functions, maintaining professional standards and excellent service delivery. Support the Council in producing error-free financial statements and securing unmodified audit opinions. Liaise with internal/external auditors and implement action plans based on audit reviews. Operational Excellence: Ensure robust internal controls, risk management, and efficient financial processes. Deliver customer-focused services to management teams, budget holders, and external stakeholders. Monitor compliance with legislation, policies, and Council objectives to ensure value for money. Strategy & Policy Development: Work with Members and management to align financial planning with the Council's strategic direction. Lead service improvement and performance monitoring to achieve financial sustainability and operational excellence. Customer Focus & Performance: Deliver outstanding customer service and ensure continuous improvement in outsourced and internal finance functions. Self-assess and address key lines of enquiry from external inspections.Staff & Budget Responsibility: Approximately 40 staff plus contract management of external audit and system providers. Budget: Service budget Additional Responsibilities: Promote corporate values (Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative, Learning to Improve). Ensure health and safety standards and equality in service delivery. Provide flexibility to adapt to evolving service needs.This role requires exceptional financial leadership, collaboration, and a focus on sustainability to drive effective resource management across Barnet Council. If you think you fit this role, please call Harrison on (phone number removed)

Location: Friern Barnet, GB

Posted Date: 1/11/2025