Salary: £56,433 - £64,951 plus relocation support
Location: York; Hybrid
The Combined Authority is the delivery vehicle for significant new powers and funding, which together will support communities and economic development across the region for years to come. The newly formed organisation combines the former operations of the North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership, Office of the North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner and North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service alongside new and developing powers and functions that have been secured for the region through devolution.
As the Combined Authorities Head of Finance and Resources, you will work closely with the Director of Resources, initially leading on the finance aspects of a major long-term project to bring together the newly combined organisation’s finance and information systems and processes, as well as taking ownership of the day-to-day provision of financial management advice and support to internal clients and key stakeholders now and into the future. Your role will ensure that the organisation develops and maintains best in class financial and performance systems and reporting and complies with all relevant financial reporting and regulatory requirements.
This role forms the bridge between the strategic and operational and is an outstanding opportunity to make a lasting mark in a rapidly growing and ambitious organisation benefitting from exposure to key decision makers across the organisation and its key stakeholders. As the Head of Finance and Resources you will play a key part in shaping the organisation’s future approach to key support functions ensuring a fit for purpose service that underpins the organisation’s goal of ultimately achieving deeper devolution and a more flexible single funding settlement.
Initially you will take responsibility for resources provided under several third-party service level agreements whilst at the same time working with the Director of Resources to scope and implement the changes needed to the systems and processes that are needed to support the Authority’s future target operating model. Initially this role will manage staff on a project/matrix basis with increasing direct management responsibilities as the team is developed under your leadership.
The Combined Authority is growing, this presents an unrivalled career opportunity to develop and practice all aspects of corporate financial leadership; leading complex and diverse projects to underpin growth in our region. In this highly visible role you will work at pace across a wide range of diverse and complex business challenges, a platform to advance your career with tangible results.
What will you bring to the role?
We are looking for an influential and experienced strategic leader, who can bring together the finances and resources of the Combined Authority, to successfully deliver our ambitious plans. A real problem solver and change maker that provides the ability to see the bigger picture. We are looking for a combination of the following key skills:
* Experience in a senior financial management or leadership role, preferably within the public sector or a similar large, complex organisation. If you work in the public sector you will be familiar with public sector governance, and in this role have the opportunity to practice a diverse range of financial management solutions. If you work in the private sector you will have experience of a range of financial management and will be committed to meeting strong transparent governance.
* Experience of commissioning financial systems whilst working alongside other system stakeholders to ensure the organisation joins up its business intelligence.
* Ability to drive a complex programme through leadership and demonstrate that you have deployed the right leadership approach for the circumstances.
* Experience of working in local government and knowledge of the CIPFA’s Code of Practice and the Prudential Code for Capital Finance in Local Authorities, or the ability to develop this swiftly on appointment.
* Proven track record in developing and delivering financial strategies, including budget management, financial forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
* Extensive experience in producing financial reports for senior stakeholders, boards, and audit committees, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and governance standards.
* Significant experience in managing substantial budgets, controlling costs, and maximising the efficient use of resources.
For an informal confidential discussion about the Head of Finance and Resources role please contact Katherine Brioude on 07974 406 838 / Katherine.Brioude@northyorks.gov.uk or click apply below.
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