Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager to work with Milton Keynes Council on an interim assignment. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week (Mon – Fri) on a hybrid basis, with one day per week of office working each Wednesday.
Working in the Authority's Senior Finance Management Team, you will play a key role in delivering robust financial leadership, managing high-performing teams, and driving strategic financial planning and reporting across key directorates.
Main Duties:
* Lead and contribute to the strategic and operational management of financial services, supporting continuous service improvement
* Manage, motivate, and develop a team of finance professionals, ensuring high standards of performance and service delivery
* Take ownership of the Medium Term Financial Planning (MTFP) process for allocated directorates, including developing business cases, risk analysis, and monitoring of service-specific grants and funding streams
* Report and advise on the Council’s financial position to senior stakeholders, ensuring accurate forecasting, identifying mitigation strategies for overspends, and supporting cost-saving initiatives
* Maintain and enhance robust financial management systems and ensure compliance with governance frameworks and financial regulations
* Provide high-level financial advice to support complex projects and business options, including analysis of financial and non-financial data and presenting findings to varied audiences
* Represent finance on project boards, contribute to procurement processes, and support project governance across a range of service areas
Essential Criteria:
* CCAB qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIPFA, ACA, CIMA) with relevant post-qualification experience and evidence of continued professional development
* Proven experience in financial planning, control, and reporting within a complex organisation, including experience within a Local Authority/Public Sector entity
* Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams
* Ability to present complex financial data and advice in a clear, accessible format for a range of stakeholders, including senior management and elected members
* Sound understanding of financial regulations, governance requirements, and procurement frameworks in a public sector setting
If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your updated CV