Finance Manager
Location: Matlock, DE4 3AG
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 6+ months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00 – 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 23.03 Per Hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)
Job Responsibilities
Lead and manage technical finance activities within a large public sector organisation
Provide expert financial advice to support organisational objectives
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and financial guidance
Analyse complex financial information and recommend improvements to processes and controls
Develop and implement changes to financial practices across services
Manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines
Support budget management and financial planning activities
Communicate clearly with stakeholders and present financial information effectively
Deliver specialist finance training and guidance to colleagues when required
Person Specification
Must-Have Requirements
Substantial experience in a senior finance or budget management role within a large, complex organisation
Strong knowledge of financial practices, procedures, and compliance requirements
Proven ability to manage changing priorities and conflicting demands
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including presentation abilities
High level of numeracy and literacy
Proficient use of computerised financial systems, including Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work to, and enforce, deadlines
Nice-to-Have Requirements
Experience delivering training or professional development within a finance function
Background in local authority or public sector finance
Experience leading change or improvement projects within finance services
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