Head of Financial Planning & Analysis – Local Authority

Company: Spinwell Global Limited
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Location: Gloucester
Job Description:

Role: Head of Financial Planning & Analysis REF 377899Contract Length: Until 18/06/27Location: Hybrid/Quedgeley, Gloucester – 3 days in office per weekIR35: InsidePay Rate to Intermediary: £39.95 per hourSecurity Clearance: BPSSSpinwell is recruiting for a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE HEAD OF FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS

Lead and enhance the Constabulary’s financial planning and analysis capabilities, ensuring robust financial governance and supporting strategic, operational, and tactical decision-making.

Act as the organisation’s Head of Financial Planning & Analysis driving financial sustainability and value for money across the policing estate, deputising for the Chief Finance Officer when required.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE HEAD OF FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS

  • CCAB-qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, or CIMA).
  • Proven experience in senior finance leadership roles within complex organisations.
  • Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis, including building complex models and Board-level reporting.
  • Strong experience in business partnering and influencing senior stakeholders as well as preparation of financial elements of business cases.
  • Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency.
  • Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.

We welcome all applications regardless of background, in line with our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.

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Posted: September 27th, 2026