Head of Finance (Technical)
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Posted: 24/03/2026
- £63092 - £67853 per annum
- East of England
- Permanent
Head of Finance - Technical (Local Authority)
£63,092 - £67,853 + benefits
Hybrid working (minimum 1 day onsite)
Permanent, Full-Time
Spencer Clarke Group are working in partnership with a Council in East Anglia to appoint a Head of Finance - Technical to play a key leadership role in shaping the Council's financial future.
This is a senior leadership opportunity within a forward-thinking authority, offering the chance to influence strategic financial direction while leading a high-performing technical finance function during a period of significant transformation, including Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary: £63,092 - £67,853
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave and sick pay
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Subsidised parking & public transport discounts
- Free gym and swimming membership
- Cycle to work scheme
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance programme
- Potential £5,000 additional allowance (Deputy S151 designation)
The Role
- Lead the Council's Technical Finance function, including statutory accounting, treasury, taxation, and compliance
- Act as a key financial advisor to senior leadership, Members, and Committees
- Oversee year-end processes, including the production of the Statement of Accounts and audit liaison
- Provide leadership to the Technical, Treasury, Insurance, Income and Payments teams
- Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and risk management across financial operations
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, standards, and best practice
- Support the organisation through Local Government Reorganisation, ensuring financial resilience
About You
- CCAB qualified (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Strong leadership experience within a complex organisation
- Proven track record in delivering high-quality financial services
- Strong technical knowledge (accounts closure, audit, compliance, treasury)
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Experience within Local Government or the wider public sector is highly desirable
How to Apply
If you're interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential discussion, please get in touch:
📨 Send your CV to
📲 Call 020 3039 3555
📩 Or message directly
💡 Referral bonus available - up to £300 (T's & C's apply)
Brad Robertson
Senior Consultant