Head of Finance - Gosport Borough Council
12 days ago
Gosport
HEAD OF FINANCE & DEPUTY SECTION 151 OFFICER Gosport Borough Council Location: Gosport Town Hall (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Shape the Financial Future of Gosport Gosport Borough Council is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking finance professional to join its senior leadership team as Head of Finance & Deputy Section 151 Officer. This is a pivotal role, responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, ensuring robust financial governance, and supporting the delivery of high-quality services to residents. • Lead the Council's finance function, including financial management, budgeting, treasury management, accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable., • Support the Director of Finance by acting as Deputy Section 151 Officer and providing expert advice on financial governance, compliance and statutory responsibilities., • Lead the development and delivery of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, annual revenue budget and capital programme., • Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts, financial reporting and external audit processes., • Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to Members, senior leaders and service managers., • Promote financial resilience, accountability, value for money and continuous improvement across the organisation., • Develop, motivate and inspire the finance team while contributing to the wider Corporate Management Team. You will be a CCAB-qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent) with substantial experience of working at a senior level within local government finance. • Excellent knowledge of local authority finance, treasury management and statutory accounting requirements., • Experience of leading budget setting, medium-term financial planning and year-end accounts., • A proven ability to provide strategic financial leadership and successfully manage change., • Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills., • Political awareness, sound judgement and a commitment to delivering high-quality public services., • Competitive salary., • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme., • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements., • The opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future success of Gosport Borough Council and the community it serves. If you are a strategic finance leader looking for an opportunity to influence decision-making and drive financial excellence within a forward-thinking local authority, we would like to hear from you. Closing date for receipt of completed applications 1 October 2026 Interviews will take place on the 8 and 9 October 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr