We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Hull to assist with the appointment of a Principle Finance Office, on a 5-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay: £23.08 - £29.13 per Hour Responsibilities: Provides broad strategic financial management leadership, direction and advice to Assistant Directors to significantly influence the Councils achievement of its strategic objectives. Leads on the development and delivery of timely, accurate and clear financial information, advice and support to Assistant Directors to maximise value for money and ensure effective governance. Identifies financial opportunities through various strategic delivery options to deliver services differently with due regard to the implications on quality. Provides direct support to Corporate Directors in relation to specific issues and projects. Provides pro-active and forward looking strategic financial advice and support to influence the effective management of a Directorates resources. Qualifications: CCAB-qualified Accountant. Evidence of continuing professional development and/or membership of professional body. Management experience which demonstrates the ability to initiate, plan, monitor, develop and implement service provision. Experience of making change and service improvement in a complex environment. Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice. You should have right to work in U.K This role requires a basic DBS Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service. RQ1396577