This is a Council and a town on the move. Crawley is a place that just keeps getting better and in spite of the pressures placed on us by the Covid-19 pandemic and reduced government funding, we continue to deliver exciting services and projects and we never wane in our ambition.

We are looking for a new Head of Corporate Finance to lead a successful finance division. You will either be working at this strategic level or looking for the opportunity to step up to become a strategic Head of Service and put your mark on the council as we tackle the challenges of the future. We are looking for someone who is accountancy qualified and that can demonstrate the ability to lead a wide range of teams that underpin the success and finances of the authority. You will design, drive and deliver a diverse range of agendas and projects. We expect you will operate at the most senior level of the Council, including within political and partnership circles.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Chief Executive and Corporate Management Team and be responsible for:

• The effective management and performance of the Corporate Finance division ensuring they are high quality and cost-effective
• You will be the council’s lead financial advisor and designated as the council’s s151 Officer
• You will work closely with and provide advice to the Cabinet and Members
• You will manage the council’s finances and ensure compliance with our statutory duties as well as being involved in many exciting projects.

As the Council strives for continuous improvement and delivers an ambitious transformation plan, your expertise will help us shape our future direction and progress. Strong leadership, problem solving, decisiveness and ambition for our town are key qualities for this role.

For an informal discussion to be arranged, please contact Natalie Brahma-Pearl, Chief Executive at natalie.brahma-pearl@crawley.gov.uk.

• Closing date: 11, 59pm Sunday 4^th September 2022
• First Stage Interviews: Monday 12^th September 2022
• Second Stage Interview (Member Panel):  Thursday 22^nd September 2022

Please quote reference: RFR1 - For more information and to apply, please visit https://cbcmanagers.uk

Please ensure that you have read the material on the role carefully before making your application online. In addition to your completed application form, you can if you wish attach your CV and supporting information (no more than 4 pages of A4). Please ensure your completed application addresses the role profile and candidate specification.