Job Description

The Strategic Finance Lead will play a crucial role in overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and analysis within the public sector. This temporary role in Oxford requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure the organisation achieves its financial objectives.

• Lead the financial planning and budgeting processes to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Analyse financial data and produce insightful reports for decision-making purposes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and public sector standards.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of financial statements and reports.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives across the organisation.
• Collaborate with department heads to monitor and control budgets effectively.
• Support audits by providing accurate and timely financial information.

Competitive day rateHybrid / mostly remote working (2 days per month on site)
A successful Strategic Finance Lead should have:

• A strong background in accounting and finance within the Social housing and public sector
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis.
• Knowledge of public sector financial regulations and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

This is a temporary opportunity within a public sector organisation based in Oxford. The organisation operates as a medium-sized entity, focusing on delivering services and managing resources effectively to support its local community.

• Competitive daily rate of 700-1000.
• Opportunity to contribute to a key public sector organisation in Oxford.
• Temporary role offering the chance to make a significant impact.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Finance Lead to utilise their expertise in accounting and finance within the public sector. Apply today to take the next step in your career!

Skills Required