Funding and Treasury Officer Rugby Borough Council: Financial Services Team Day Rate: Competitive - Temporary: 3 month rolling contract - Hybrid working Available Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in public finance? Rugby Borough Council is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Funding and Treasury Officer to join our Financial Services team within the Finance & Performance service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to broaden their experience in local government treasury and funding operations, while contributing to strategic decision-making and financial planning. What You'll Be Doing: * Building strong relationships with external funding and treasury advisors, and Collection Fund stakeholders * Supporting budget setting and medium-term financial planning in line with legislation and accounting standards * Assisting with Council Tax setting, including Parish Precepts and Special Expenses * Monitoring corporate funding, Collection Fund and Treasury Management activities * Preparing and presenting financial reports to internal and external stakeholders * Contributing to Committee, Cabinet and Senior Management reporting * Managing daily cash flow and investment compliance * Supporting VAT treatment and strategic investment appraisals * Assisting with year-end accounting, financial statements, and external audits * Preparing financial data for statutory returns and strategic publications What We're Looking For: * A strong understanding of public sector finance and treasury management * Excellent analytical and communication skills * Experience in budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting * Ability to interpret and apply accounting regulations * A collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement Qualifications: This role is offered depending on your professional qualifications and experience. Whether you're newly qualified or bring years of expertise, we want to hear from you