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Director of Finance

Location: London, Greater London
Sector: Public sector
Date Posted: 25/09/2024
Salary: £115,000 - £120,000 per year
Specialism: Finance
Ref: RB37008
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Do you have senior finance leadership experience in property development, construction, or regeneration? Are you ready to lead a finance function through large-scale, high-profile capital projects? Can you drive financial strategy while navigating complex commercial and public sector challenges?

Our client, a major public sector organisation, is looking to appoint an experienced Finance Director on a permanent, full-time basis to lead its Finance and Procurement functions. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee long-term financial planning, statutory reporting, and procurement within the context of large-scale property and regeneration projects.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading all aspects of financial management, from long-term planning to daily operations
  • Delivering statutory reporting, budgeting, and forecasting in collaboration with senior stakeholders
  • Overseeing procurement and contract management, ensuring value for money and compliance with regulations
  • Managing a talented team of finance professionals to deliver high performance across management accounts and financial reporting
  • Collaborating with senior leadership, external auditors, and public sector bodies to ensure financial transparency and accountability
  • Providing commercial and financial guidance for capital projects and property development initiatives

This role is perfect for someone with experience in the financial aspects of property development, construction, or regeneration. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the organisation while ensuring robust financial controls are in place. If you have a passion for managing large, complex capital programmes, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make an impact.

The post is based in London, with flexible working arrangements allowing you to work on-site for 40% of the time. You will be joining a supportive team that values integrity, collaboration, and the pursuit of continuous improvement.

To be considered, please meet the following criteria:

  • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA) with experience in property development, construction, or regeneration
  • Proven leadership in financial strategy, statutory reporting, and procurement processes within a project-focused environment
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels, including board engagement
  • Strong background in delivering organisational change and managing large capital programmes in property or infrastructure

Apply today for this high-impact role, where your expertise will shape the financial future of an evolving property and regeneration organisation.

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