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Senior Financial Controller

Service Care Solutions - Legal
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG31 4UR

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Senior Financial Controller is available in Berkshire on a temporary contract for an initial period of 3 months.
  • The role offers a daily rate of £600-650 per day umbrella and requires immediate availability for a hybrid working arrangement.
  • Candidates must be a qualified CCAB/CIMA Accountant with extensive post-qualification experience in a senior finance role, particularly within a Local Authority Finance environment.
  • Key responsibilities include leading a finance team, ensuring timely month-end closures, and providing financial advice to service managers.
  • Strong technical accounting skills, leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

Senior Financial Controller Location: BerkshireContract: Temporary (3-month initial) Rate: £600-650 per day umbrella Start Date: ASAP*Hybrid Working* Contact:

Job DescriptionService Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Berkshire for a Senior Financial Controller to join the team on a temporary basis.As the Senior Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective financial management and reporting of the Council's services. Your main responsibilities will include:

  • Leading a team of finance professionals to deliver high-quality financial processing, reporting and analysis
  • Ensuring accurate and timely month-end closures, including variance analysis and commentary
  • Providing financial advice and support to service managers and budget holders
  • Contributing to the annual budget setting process and periodic budget reviews
  • Assisting with the year-end financial statements and liaising with external auditors
  • Implementing and maintaining effective financial controls and procedures

CandidateCriteria

  • Qualified CCAB/CIMA Accountant with extensive PQE in a senior finance role
  • Previous experience working at a senior level with a Local Authority Finance environment is essential
  • Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of financial reporting standards
  • Excellent leadership and people management abilities
  • Great communication skills and ability to work professionally and adapt to any team fit.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on or email

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

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