Director of Finance - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority to appoint an Interim Director of Finance to provide senior leadership across the Resources Service Area during a critical transition period. This is a high-profile interim assignment focused on leading the Council''s financial management through year end and into the next budget setting cycle, while supporting the organisation through a significant finance system transition. What''s on Offer Rate: £900 per day, inside IR35Hours: 35 per weekContract length: 3-6 months initiallyWorking pattern: HybridStart: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership of the Council''s finance function, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial services aligned with the organisation''s core values. You will work alongside the outgoing post holder during a structured handover period to secure organisational knowledge and ensure continuity of service. While not directly managing the finance system replacement project, you will play a key supporting role in guiding teams through the transition and maintaining service standards. Key responsibilities: Leading the Council''s finance service during a critical year-end and budget preparation period.Providing visible strategic leadership across the Resources Service Area.Supporting colleagues through the implementation of a new finance system.Ensuring strong financial governance, controls and regulatory c