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 high-quality 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 year-end 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 non-finance 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 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. Additional Information: • Hybrid working arrangements. • The closing date: 21/05/2025 @15:00.