Finance Manager (Deputy Section 151 Officer)
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
Salary: Competitive
Location: West Midlands Hybrid Working (up to 2 days in office)
Full Time, Permanent
Qualification: Must be CCAB or CIMA qualified
Shape the Financial Future of a Transforming Council
We’re seeking an ambitious, qualified Finance Manager to lead a high-performing Financial Services function at a pivotal moment for our local authority client’s journey. This is your opportunity to step into a leadership role where you’ll directly support the Chief Officer for Finance & Performance and play a central part in delivering financial resilience and service transformation across the organisation. As Deputy Section 151 Officer, you will be the Council’s technical financial lead—ensuring compliance, innovation, and value for money across all finance operations.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading and developing the Financial Services team to deliver excellent financial management and insight.
* Acting as Deputy S151 Officer, supporting statutory and regulatory financial responsibilities.
* Driving service transformation, cost-efficiency, and income generation across the Council.
* Overseeing compliance with all financial regulations and CIPFA accounting standards.
* Providing strategic input into budget planning, financial forecasting, and risk management.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Professionally qualified (CCAB or CIMA).
* Experienced in senior finance roles—preferably within local government.
* Expert in local authority accounting, including HRA, Capital Accounting, and Treasury Management.
* Politically astute with strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
* A confident leader who thrives on challenge, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
* 40 days total leave (including bank holidays and extra Christmas days)
* Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible and hybrid working (up to 60% remote)
* Flexi-time scheme & Annual leave purchase options
* Professional development including structured induction and leadership pathways
* Professional subscription paid
* Extensive wellbeing support and compassionate leave
* Extra perks including retail discounts, car salary sacrifice, and cycle to work scheme
Apply Now
This is more than a finance role; it’s a chance to influence the future of local government services. If you’re a strategic finance leader ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
To find out more, contact Sian Burke.