The post-holder's primary activity is
* to lead and manage the development of the Council's financial strategy, capital strategy, medium term financial plan and the budget setting process (revenue and capital)
* Lead and manage the outsourced Treasury operation
* Lead and manage the outsourced accounting for the Pension Fund
The post is focused on delivering the specialist professional business services required. It is desirable that the post holder will have a body of theoretical and practical knowledge commensurate with full-qualification of a professional accounting body. Support the council's leadership at all levels and develop a strategic and workable response to the financial challenges the council faces.
The post holder will have a body of theoretical and practical knowledge commensurate with a fully qualified accountant.
To lead on the development of Treasury and Pension strategies
To manage the outsourced contract of work and the effectiveness of the pension scheme function and to review, policies and service provision for the pension scheme.
To create effective relationships with committees, actuaries, advisers and managers and to deliver the best investment options in line with risk appetites for the Council.
If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.