Finance Manager

Novax Recruitment

Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 18 days

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 1DR, Wales

£17 - £0 per hour

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Finance Manager position in Children's Services requires a salary of £17.00 per hour.
Applicants should have relevant experience in finance management, ideally with a focus on services for children in need.
The role involves delivering financial information and projections to support decision-making and ensuring compliance with legal and policy frameworks.
Key responsibilities include supervising the finance team, managing the Direct Payment System, and overseeing performance data monitoring.
This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing for both office-based and remote work.

Job Title: Finance Manager

Directorate: Children's ServicesHours per Week: 37Reporting To: Business Support ManagerLocation: Hybrid (various offices and remote work)

Pay: £17:00 per hour

Purpose of the Role

To ensure financial systems and staff support the delivery of quality services for children in need, at risk, and being looked after. The role focuses on providing accurate financial information to aid service management and ensuring services operate within legal and policy frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver financial information, projections, and trend analysis to support decision-making.
Assist with procurement, tendering, and budget compliance in collaboration with the Service Accountancy Team.
Oversee performance data monitoring and analysis to evaluate key service activities.
Supervise the finance team, ensuring equitable work allocation, appraisals, and team morale.
Manage the Direct Payment System and respond to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests.
Maintain and develop efficient management information systems.
Ensure compliance with council policies, legal standards, and health and safety regulations.

Corporate Requirements

Uphold equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles in all aspects of work.
Comply with health and safety regulations and council policies.

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