Service Care Solutions are working alongside a Local Authority in Leicestershire for a Finance Team Manager to join their team on a temporary contract. Please find a description of the role below.
Role:
Finance Team Manager
Salary:
£550 to £600 per day
Contract:
3 months ongoing
Location:
Leicestershire
Working:
Hybrid/Remote (1 to 2 days per month)
Key Responsibilities/Requirements
* MUST have Local Authority experience.
* MUST be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent).
* Supporting the four finance business partners and one treasury officer.
* Financial Leadership: Oversee the preparation and management of the annual budget, council tax setting, and the Statement of Accounts. Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements and legislation. Manage treasury functions, insurance, and capital accounting in line with policies and timetables.
* Strategic Advice: Provide strategic advice on financial strategies, policies, and practices to officers and members. Enable informed decision-making by assessing financial implications.
* Business Modelling & Risk Management: Lead financial input for business cases, asset management, and project cycles. Conduct risk assessments and financial appraisals for initiatives like prudential borrowing and funding bids.
* Financial Reporting & Audit: Ensure timely production of the annual financial report with an unqualified audit opinion. Act as the primary contact during the audit process.
* System Controls & Exchequer Services: Lead financial and system controls to ensure efficient financial management. Maintain internal controls to safeguard funds.
* Financial Culture & Value for Money: Develop a culture emphasizing responsibility and value for money. Report on benchmarks and cost drivers to support services.
* Medium-Term Financial Planning: Contribute to financial plans, including the 30-year Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Business Plan, ensuring alignment with priorities and sustainability.
If interested, or to refer someone, contact Marc at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email marc.facer@servicecare.org.uk.
Service Care Solutions offers a £250 referral bonus! Refer someone suitable, and upon their successful placement and probation completion, you'll receive £250.
If you have questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
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