Assistant Director – Finance and Resources

Posted 21 August 2025
Salary 822.32
LocationNorthallerton DL6 United Kingdom
Job type Full time
Sector Financial / Banking / Accounting
ReferenceRQ1588691

Job description

Job Description: Interim Assistant Director – Finance and Resources

Reporting to: Director of Resources (Section 73 Officer)

Location: York / Northallerton

Political Restriction: This post is politically restricted

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance Leadership
  • Develop medium-term financial plans aligned with regional priorities.
  • Lead budget processes and ensure statutory compliance.
  • Coordinate financial processes across general budgets, policing, and fire services.
Governance & Assurance
  • Support financial integrity and corporate governance.
  • Manage financial risk and liaise with auditors and regulators.
Resource Planning & Operational Oversight
  • Align financial planning with workforce strategies.
  • Oversee procurement and value-for-money initiatives.
  • Lead finance system integration across services.
Stakeholder Engagement
  • Provide financial support to committees and partners.
  • Represent the Authority externally and draft public financial documents.
Leadership & Management
  • Develop a high-performing finance team.
  • Promote collaboration, inclusion, and readiness for future funding.


Requirements

  • CCAB/CIMA qualified accountant.
  • Public sector finance leadership experience.
  • Knowledge of statutory financial frameworks.
  • Experience with emergency services finance.
  • Strong stakeholder and communication skills.
  • Ability to lead in complex organisations.
Desirable:
  • CIPFA qualification.
  • Experience in Combined Authority governance.
  • Familiarity with regional funding mechanisms.
  • Understanding of Police and Fire funding formulae.
  • Experience in M&A or commercial investment planning.