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Head of Finance

Sellick Partnership
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire LN10 5DS, England

Salary

£65,000 - £68,580 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Head of Finance position is a permanent, full-time role based in Lincolnshire, offering a salary of up to £68,560.
  • The successful candidate will lead financial management, statutory accounts, and serve as a liaison with statutory Section 151 Officers.
  • Applicants must be fully qualified CCAB accountants with proven financial leadership experience in the public sector or similar environments.
  • The role requires excellent communication skills and a proactive, strategic approach to financial service delivery and compliance.
  • Candidates should possess a strong understanding of local government finance and be passionate about public service and innovation.

Head of Finance Delivery

Location: Hybrid working with offices in Spalding, Boston, and Horncastle

Permanent | Full-time

Salary: Up to 68'560

Sellick Partnership are excited to be recruiting for a permanent Head of Finance to join our forward-thinking Public Sector client based in Lincolnshire.

The Role

As Head of Finance, you will:

  • Lead the planning and delivery of end-to-end financial management and statutory accounts.
  • Be the key liaison between the client and the statutory Section 151 Officers across our client councils.
  • Provide strategic financial advice, performance reporting, and budget planning.
  • Ensure compliance with legislation, governance, and service level agreements.
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation in financial service delivery.
  • Manage and inspire a team of up to 10 FTEs, promoting a culture of excellence and collaboration.
  • Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer when required.

What We're Looking For

  • Fully qualified CCAB accountant (e.g. CIPFA, CIMA) with evidence of ongoing CPD.
  • Proven experience in financial leadership within the public sector or similar complex environments.
  • Strong understanding of local government finance, statutory reporting, and budget management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • A proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for public service and innovation.

Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation focused on Service Delivery, Transformation, Engagement, People, and Performance (STEPP).
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements and policies designed to support work-life balance.
  • Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will shape financial strategy and impact communities.

Ready to Apply?

Please apply now for immediate consideration or call Daniella Pye at Sellick Partnership for further information.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

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