Finance Director Cardiff/Hybrid 6-month contract Cpl NI are working on behalf of a public sector client who requires a Finance Director who will be a core member of the Executive Team and the Main Board. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction, ensuring robust financial governance, and driving value-for-money outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to influence high-profile investments, lead enterprise-wide change, and help deliver lasting public value. Key Responsibilities *Provide strategic leadership across Finance, Commercial, and Economics functions *Advise the CEO and Executive Team on financial strategy, investment, and governance Serve as: Lead Executive for the Audit & Risk Assurance Committee Accountable Executive for risk management and corporate assurance Chair of the Finance & Investment Committee and Commercial Assurance Panel Corporate guardian for departmental budgets and efficiency compliance *Lead high-impact commercial and economic analysis to support public sector investment *Drive improvements in systems, reporting, and service delivery across finance operations *Embed best practice in procurement and commercial decision-making *Ensure full compliance with Managing Public Money, functional standards, and statutory reporting *Cultivate strong working relationships with government and external stakeholders *Oversee the delivery of the annual report, accounts, and corporate disclosures Essential Experience *Executive-level financial leadership in a complex, preferably public sector organisation *Proven success in financial stewardship and delivering value-for-money *Leading multi-disciplinary teams through organisational change *Track record of strategic planning, governance, and board-level influence *Building high-trust relationships across internal and external stakeholders *Promoting operational excellence and innovation Skills & Abilities *Inclusive, visible leadership with the ability to influence at board level *Strong strategic, analytical, and critical thinking capabilities *Excellent communicator of complex financial and commercial issues *High resilience and ability to balance competing priorities under pressure *Skilled negotiator with sound judgement in risk and governance matters Knowledge *Expert knowledge of financial management, control frameworks, and public accountability *Deep understanding of Managing Public Money, government commercial standards, and public investment principles *Insight into high-value procurement, market dynamics, and public sector commercial strategies Qualifications *Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) Essential *Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development If you are interested in hearing more or to be considered for this role, apply here or contact Sophie Keogh at Cpl NI. Skills: strategic planning financial management qualified accountant Benefits: Negotiable