Director of Finance and Commercial

Overview

This role is Inside IR35.Contract Length:6 months (ext tbc)Clearance: SCLocation:2/3 days a week in the Cardiff OfficeSkills and Systems Experience

Previous Authority Experience Ideally within public sector and complex organizationsQualifications

Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) – EssentialEvidence of ongoing professional development – EssentialProfessional Qualification - Fully qualified accountantExperience in lieu of formal qualification May be considered if highly relevantExperience (Essential)

Senior financial leadership in a complex organisation (preferably public sector)Proven track record in financial management and delivering value for moneyLeading multi-disciplinary teams through changeStrategic planning and board-level influenceBuilding and managing diverse stakeholder relationshipsShaping and delivering strategic directionPromoting operational and professional excellenceSkills and Abilities (Essential)

Strong, visible, and inclusive leadership at board levelStrategic, analytical, and critical thinkingClear communication of complex financial conceptsPragmatic problem-solving and business insightAbility to manage competing priorities in a high-pressure environmentSkilled in negotiation and influence in complex settingsSound judgement in risk managementConfident and credible strategic planning influenceKnowledge and Understanding (Essential)

Deep knowledge of financial control, reporting, and performance managementStrong understanding of Managing Public Money and government functional standardsExpertise in high-value, high-risk procurement and emerging marketsUnderstanding of commercial, procurement, and economics functions in a public sector contextCriteria

Senior financial leadership in a complex organisation (preferably public sector) EssentialProven track record in financial management and delivering value for money EssentialLeading multi-disciplinary teams through change EssentialStrategic planning and board-level influence EssentialBuilding and managing diverse stakeholder relationships EssentialShaping and delivering strategic direction EssentialPromoting operational and professional excellence EssentialDesirable

Qualified accountant DesirablePublic sector experience DesirableCommercial background ..... full job details .....