Deputy Chief Finance Officer

Job Title: Deputy Chief Finance Officer
Location of work: Town Hall / Hybrid
Salary: £74,736 to £84,087
Basis: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

You’ll be the Council’s Deputy s.151 Officer and on a day-to-day basis manage the Council’s Finance Service as well as supporting the Chief Finance Officer in the strategic planning and the management of the Council’s finances. You’ll be part of the Council’s Management Team and work within a supportive environment with a focus on employee wellbeing and development.

About the Person
•Experience of managing a team
•You’ll have a flexible and diligent approach to work (attendance at evening meetings may be required).
•Align with the council’s values of being positive, supportive, flexible and innovative.
•You’ll be a fully qualified accountant with at least 5 years’ experience in working in Local Government

Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.

We provide you with competitive annual leave, and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.

Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Lisa Nyon, Chief Finance officer, lisa.nyon@reigate-banstead.gov.uk

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.

Closing date: Friday 24th January 2025
Interview date: w/c 3rd February 2025

Values and Behaviours
Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.

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