Strategic Finance Lead (Corporate Resources)
£72,686 - £78,931
Lets do it!
If you are a finance professional who wants to be able to directly impact Burys ambition to reduce deprivation, while fostering community pride, sustainability, and opportunity for all then we want to hear from you.
Following a restructure the Council are currently recruiting for some key leadership roles in their finance team. These positions will be instrumental in developing a finance team with a business partnering culture focused on continuous improvements to ensure they are providing the financial information that senior leaders need to make informed decisions, helping achieve the Councils ambitious plans.
The Strategic Finance Lead (Corporate Resources) reports to the Assistant Director of Finance and plays a pivotal role in delivering financial resilience and strategic direction for the Council. The role will lead and inspire a team of Corporate Accountancy Managers across financial planning, treasury, close down, capital and systems. Key responsibilities will include;
* Leading on the Council’s developing the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, capital programme, and statutory accounts.
* Provide high-level financial advice and analysis to Members, Executive Directors and senior stakeholders
* Oversee treasury management including setting the strategy
* Embedding strong financial controls across the Council
To be suitable for the role you need to be a fully qualified accountant with experience in leading and developing technical finance teams in a complex setting, ideally in the public sector. Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work confidently with senior stakeholders and external partners is also essential. Applications from those in management roles in Practice with exposure to public sector clients are also encouraged.
This is your chance to make a tangible difference in shaping financial strategy, supporting public services, and ensuring sustainable growth for our communities. In return, The Council offer a flexible hybrid working arrangement (ideally 2 days per week in the office), a supportive environment, and the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that will influence the borough for years to come.
About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.
Please note we are unable to support with sponsorship at this time.
As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way
Benefits of working for Bury Council
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We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.
If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the ‘About You’ or ‘Supporting Statement’ section of your application.
Next steps
For more information on the Council and to see the JD please refer to HOME | Bury Council or contact Ellie De Nardo at Ivy Rock Partners on Ellie@IvyRockPartners.com 07340 745 473.
Application is by CV and covering letter (max. two pages). The supported statement should cover why you are interested in the role alongside specific examples highlighting your relevant experience.
The closing date is 11pm on Monday 3rd November.