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Assistant Director of Finance 

Hull is a proud, ambitious, resilient, and strongly self-reliant city that always punches above its weight.

The Finance Directorate is a key function managing the many challenges faced in Local Government Finance and supporting services to manage their financial resources to deliver the best services possible.

This senior position is the designated deputy for the S151 Officer and will lead the whole spectrum of financial functions including Financial Accounting, Revenues and Benefits, Financial Support Services, and Business Finance.

We are looking for a senior experienced finance leader looking for the next step in their career to develop and drive change in the Finance Service following recent implementation of a new ERP system.  The role offers the opportunity to gain the relevant experience for those seeking progression to Finance Director / Section 151 Officer role.

The successful applicant will have a proven track record as a senior finance professional and leader and needs to demonstrate how they meet the criteria set out in the person specification and job description, with good examples in their application submission.

Hull is an exciting place to work with many challenges and opportunities to lead a large finance function. This role will suit someone with great resilience, enthusiasm, and energy to make the job all it can be whilst being passionate about our city.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Tracy Parker, Assistant Director of Finance on 01482 613 018.

Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description. 

Proposed Interviews: Wednesday 1^st and Thursday 2^nd April 2026

Work Base: Hull, expected to work flexibly with some opportunities for homeworking.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.

Company: Hull City Council

Salary: £111 872 - £111 872

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Finance

Job Role: Assistant Director