Finance Manager (Capital)
Finance Manager (Capital)
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21-05-2025
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Job Description
3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
The Finance Manager will play a key role in supporting the Council s Finance & Resources Directorate.
Reporting directly to the Group Finance Manager this hybrid role is responsible for ensuring sound financial management across service areas delivering highquality financial advice and contributing to the Council s corporate objectives.
The postholder will lead the Capital Finance Team and work closely with service managers to maintain robust financial controls planning and reporting.
The role does not include direct line management responsibilities but involves the allocation and oversight of team workloads.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Assist in managing the finance team allocating work and monitoring performance and attendance.
Provide timely and accurate financial advice to Directors managers and budget holders.
Lead the preparation of revenue and capital budgets and ensure updates to the corporate financial system.
Support yearend processes and statutory accounting requirements ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Complete financial returns and grant claims in line with funding body deadlines.
Deliver budget monitoring reports financial forecasts and variance analysis.
Prepare financial appraisals cost projections and input on service proposals.
Promote innovative financial solutions and ensure audit recommendations are implemented.
Participate in corporate working groups deputise for the Group Finance Manager when required.
Provide training to finance and nonfinance staff as appropriate.
Contribute to the Council s corporate responsibilities including equality social value and sustainability.
Skills/Experience:
A recognised professional accounting qualification (CCAB or equivalent) or significant relevant experience.
Strong working knowledge of financial systems and procedures.
Experience in budget preparation financial reporting and final accounts.
Proven ability to communicate complex financial information to nonfinance managers.
Demonstrated ability to analyse financial data and provide insight for decisionmaking.
High level of computer literacy and ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
Experience of working independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
Continued professional development (CPD) and commitment to learning.
Experience in managing local government finance and knowledge of future developments.
Familiarity with government returns grant claims and budgetary control reporting.
Additional Information:
Hybrid working arrangements.
The closing date: 21/05/2025 @15:00.
A recognised professional accounting qualification (CCAB or equivalent), or significant relevant experience. Strong working knowledge of financial systems and procedures. Experience in budget preparation, financial reporting, and final accounts. Proven ability to communicate complex financial information to non-finance managers. Demonstrated ability to analyse financial data and provide insight for decision-making. High level of computer literacy and ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines. Experience of working independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment. Continued professional development (CPD) and commitment to learning. Experience in managing local government finance and knowledge of future developments. Familiarity with government returns, grant claims, and budgetary control reporting.
Employment Type
Full Time
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