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Finance and Commercial Director
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 900 - 950 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Director of Finance and Commercial
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid – 2/3 days per week in office)
Contract Length: 6 months
Contract rate: £900 - £950 per day umbrella
Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Finance and Commercial to provide strategic leadership across financial, commercial, and economic activities. This is a pivotal role during a period of transformation, ensuring robust financial stewardship, governance, and value-for-money decision-making at board level.
Essential Experience & Skills:
* Senior financial leadership in complex environments (public sector preferred).
* Proven track record in financial management, value for money, and strategic planning.
* Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams through change and influencing at board level.
* Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills in high-pressure settings.
* Expertise in public sector financial control, Managing Public Money, and high-value procurement.
* Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) with ongoing professional development.
Desirable:
* Experience in risk management, corporate assurance, or efficiency target delivery.
* Commercial acumen aligned with public sector best practices.
You will need for the Director of Finance & Commercial:
* Lead Finance, Commercial, and Economics functions, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and government standards (e.g., Managing Public Money).
* Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and Executive Team, including spending reviews and fee assessments.
* Act as:
* Lead Executive for the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee
* Full member of the Main Board
* Accountable Executive for risk management and corporate assurance
* Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee and Commercial Assurance Panel
* Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, procurement strategies, and service delivery.
* Champion evidence-based decision-making for major investments and initiatives.
* Strengthen stakeholder relationships with government bodies to support financial and investment decisions.
* Oversee statutory reporting, including annual reports and accounts.
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