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We are seeking a Finance Manager to lead a small team, ensuring effective financial management, forecasting, and business partnering across the organisation. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in financial strategy, compliance, and resource planning.
Client Details
Our client is a public sector organisation committed to delivering financial transparency, efficiency, and accountability. With a strong focus on governance and strategic planning, they provide an essential service to stakeholders, ensuring financial resources are effectively managed.
Description
As Finance Manager, you will oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and strategic insight. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing a small finance team, fostering development and performance
- Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy to support decision-making
- Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and maintaining robust financial controls
- Producing and reviewing management accounts, statutory reports, and financial statements
- Providing a proactive business partnering service to senior stakeholders
- Supporting procurement, contract management, and financial risk assessment
- Managing internal and external audits, ensuring transparency and accountability
- Promoting financial awareness across the organisation, supporting budget holders
- Acting as an Information Asset Owner, ensuring secure and compliant information management
Profile
The Successful Applicant Should Have
- Strong experience in financial management within a complex organisation
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing finance teams
- Expertise in financial accounting, reporting, and forecasting
- A track record in business partnering and stakeholder engagement
- Knowledge of procurement and risk management (desirable)
- Experience working within the public sector or regulated environments (desirable)
Job Offer
- Competitive salary of up to £57,000
- Hybrid working - Very flexible, 4 days per month
- Flexible hours
- Strong public sector benefits, including pension and holiday entitlement
- Opportunity to lead and shape financial strategy within a dynamic environment
