Fractional CIPFA Consultant - Benefits Realisation

Fractional CIPFA Consultant - Benefits Realisation

Day Rate: £500-£700 (Outside IR35)
Contract: Fractional (ad-hoc)
Location: Remote

The Role

SF are seeking a CIPFA-qualified public sector finance professional to support on a fractional / adhoc advisory basis with a UK-based AI SaaS provider.

The business delivers AI solutions that improve service efficiency and reduce demand across areas various areas within the organisation. The role exists to help quantify and articulate the financial value of these solutions in a way that resonates with Section 151 Officers and senior local authority finance leaders.

This is a senior advisory role, not an operational finance position.

Key Focus

• Translate productivity gains and service improvements into:
• Cashable savings
• Cost avoidance
• Non-cashable service value
• Develop light-touch benefits realisation frameworks
• Support value conversations with Section 151 / Deputy S151 stakeholders
• Ensure financial logic stands up to public sector scrutiny

Background Required

• CIPFA qualified
• UK local authority finance experience
• Comfortable operating at Section 151 / Deputy S151 level
• Strong understanding of public sector governance, audit, and value assessment

There is no set amount of days per week/month as it will vary on client demand.