Assistant Director of Finance

Company: Essential Employment
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Location: Exeter
Job Description:

Assistant Director of Finance needed in Exeter

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This is a temporary contract initially paying £14.27ph PAYE

The reference number is: 5293004

The successful candidate must be fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Hybrid working – expectation to attend office regularly

They will provide strategic leadership across the accountancy management teams while ensuring the authority remains compliant with statutory and professional standards and enabling informed, evidence-based decision-making.

Key elements of the role include:

  • Working alongside the Deputy Director of Finance and Public Value
  • Lead and coordinate monthly budget monitoring and reporting
  • Lead service closure and supporting the production of the Statement of Accounts
  • Providing authoritative advice to Members and senior officers

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. xwzovoh

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Posted: April 5th, 2026