Assistant Director Of Finance

Job Role: Assistant Director of Finance

Location: Colindale, Barnet

Salary/ pay rate: £700 per day

Job Type: Senior interims

Job Role:

Support the Executive Director of Strategy & Resources in ensuring sound financial management, effective financial strategy, and high-quality administration across Barnet Council. Collaborate with the Finance Leadership Team, Members, and senior officers to deliver financial sustainability and meet strategic objectives.

1. Financial Strategy & Management:

   • Develop and implement the Council's financial strategy, including budget setting, medium-term financial planning, and resource prioritisation.
   • Ensure compliance with statutory financial responsibilities (e.g., S151 and S114 duties).
   • Deliver accurate financial systems, accountancy services, and treasury management to optimise resources and ensure cash flow sufficiency.

2. Leadership & Oversight:

   • Provide visible leadership for finance functions, maintaining professional standards and excellent service delivery.
   • Support the Council in producing error-free financial statements and securing unmodified audit opinions.
   • Liaise with internal/external auditors and implement action plans based on audit reviews.

3. Operational Excellence:

   • Ensure robust internal controls, risk management, and efficient financial processes.
   • Deliver customer-focused services to management teams, budget holders, and external stakeholders.
   • Monitor compliance with legislation, policies, and Council objectives to ensure value for money.

4. Strategy & Policy Development:

   • Work with Members and management to align financial planning with the Council's strategic direction.
   • Lead service improvement and performance monitoring to achieve financial sustainability and operational excellence.

5. Customer Focus & Performance:

   • Deliver outstanding customer service and ensure continuous improvement in outsourced and internal finance functions.
   • Self-assess and address key lines of enquiry from external inspections.

Staff & Budget Responsibility:

• Approximately 40 staff plus contract management of external audit and system providers.
• Budget: Service budget

Additional Responsibilities:

• Promote corporate values (Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative, Learning to Improve).
• Ensure health and safety standards and equality in service delivery.
• Provide flexibility to adapt to evolving service needs.

This role requires exceptional financial leadership, collaboration, and a focus on sustainability to drive effective resource management across Barnet Council.

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