Interim Head of Finance Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client in Oldbury, West Midlands, for an Interim Head of Finance to join the Strategic leadership team and help shape the future of care and support for people in the region.

This is a contract Inside IR35 working Full-time 37 hours per week

Initially for 3 months, with the potential to extend if needed.

We are seeking a strategic thinker who can develop and implement financial strategies that are in line with the organisations ambition for excellence and underpin our approach to transformation. Someone who can lead the finance function through planning, managing and delivering and can provide financial advice and guidance to Senior Management Team on strategic decisions and business initiatives.

The role

You will also be responsible for providing a high-quality finance support services to the Executive Management Team and the wider Strategic Leadership Team, contributing to effective financial management within each service.

Reporting into and working closely with the Director for Resources and Governance you will be accountable for strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for Services.

You will take the lead on financial control to enable financial sustainability and provide professional counsel and insight as a trusted advisor to front line department...