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Assistant Director of Finance

Sheffield Permanent £72,000 - £88,000 per year View Job Description
The Assistant Director of Finance will oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance to support informed decision-making within the public sector. This role in Sheffield requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure compliance and effective resource management.
  • Lead strategic initiatives in a fast-growing, transformative organisation.
  • Exceptional benefits, hybrid working, and a collaborative leadership team

About Our Client

This public sector organisation operates within Sheffield and plays a key role in delivering essential services. As a medium-sized entity, it is committed to financial accountability and operational excellence within the accounting and finance domain.

Job Description

  • Oversee the preparation and management of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant public sector financial regulations and standards.
  • Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Lead and develop a team of finance professionals to achieve departmental goals.
  • Implement and monitor financial controls to safeguard organisational resources.
  • Support decision-making through detailed financial analysis and reporting.
  • Collaborate with other departments to optimise resource allocation and efficiency.
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks to ensure long-term sustainability.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Director of Finance should have:

  • Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Experience in managing financial operations within the public sector.
  • Strong knowledge of public sector financial regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop a finance team effectively.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary estimated between £72000 and £80000 per annum.
  • Permanent position offering job security and growth opportunities.
  • Potential for additional benefits to be confirmed upon joining.
  • Work within a public sector organisation committed to financial accountability.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Sheffield's financial operations.



If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting and finance career within the public sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role in South Yorkshire.

Contact
Nazmine Bedoyya
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6810666
Phone number
441132437757

Job summary

Job function
Public Sector
Subsector
Financial Director / CFO
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Sheffield
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nazmine Bedoyya
Consultant phone
441132437757
Job reference
JN-082025-6810666