Director of Finance and Commercial\nLocation: Cardiff (Hybrid – 2/3 days per week in office)\nContract Length: 6 months\nContract rate: £900 - £950 per day umbrella\n\nOur client is seeking an experienced Director of Finance and Commercial to provide strategic leadership across financial, commercial, and economic activities. This is a pivotal role during a period of transformation, ensuring robust financial stewardship, governance, and value-for-money decision-making at board level.\n\nEssential Experience & Skills:\n\n * Senior financial leadership in complex environments (public sector ).\n\n * Proven track record in financial management, value for money, and strategic planning.\n\n * Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams through change and influencing at board level.\n\n * Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills in high-pressure settings.\n\n * Expertise in public sector financial control, Managing Public Money, and high-value procurement.\n\n * Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) with ongoing professional development.\n\nDesirable:\n\n * Experience in risk management, corporate assurance, or efficiency target delivery.\n\n * Commercial acumen aligned with public sector best practices.\n\nYou will need for the Director of Finance & Commercial:\n\n * Lead Finance, Commercial, and Economics functions, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and government standards (e.g., Managing Public Money).\n\n * Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and Executive Team, including spending reviews and assessments.\n\n * Act as:\n\n * Lead Executive for the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee\n\n * Full member of the Main Board\n\n * Accountable Executive for risk management and corporate assurance\n\n * Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee and Commercial Assurance Panel\n\n * Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, procurement strategies, and service delivery.\n\n * Champion evidence-based decision-making for major investments and initiatives.\n\n * Strengthen stakeholder relationships with government bodies to support financial and investment decisions.\n\n * Oversee statutory reporting, including annual reports and accounts.\n\nFOR A CONFIDENTIAL CHAT PLEASE CALL Linda on (phone number removed) or just apply\n\nThe partnering concept promoted by Vital means that we work together with candidates and clients\n\nto achieve your career and recruitment objectives. For clients the result is cost effective, culture-compatible solutions that make staff selection, recruitment and retention far easier.\n\nFor candidates it means a personal and professional relationship that will help you through every stage of obtaining your ideal job and pursuing your career goals.\n\nOur commitment to both candidates and clients is equalled only by our professionalism and dedication to providing the best possible service