- This is a backfill for the current Children’s Finance Manager, covering the social care and learning support side, including SEND and the High Needs Safety Valve agreement.
- It also incorporates school funding, as another Finance Manager is due to leave soon. The plan is to combine both portfolios into one role.
- Qualified accountant (e.g., CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Significant experience in public sector finance, ideally in local authority children’s services.
- Proven ability to lead and manage finance teams effectively.
- Strong experience in financial monitoring, budget setting, and reporting.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to present complex financial information clearly.
- Knowledge of SEND funding, High Needs Block, and school funding mechanisms.
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Service Care Solutions - Legal
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 4 days
Dewsbury, West Yorkshire WF12 9PS
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Service Care Solutions is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to support the SEND finance team for Kirklees Council.
- The position offers a rate of £500 per day on an umbrella or limited company basis.
- This is a 6-month remote contract intended to backfill the current Children’s Finance Manager role.
- Candidates must be qualified accountants with significant experience in public sector finance, particularly in local authority children’s services.
- Strong leadership skills and expertise in financial monitoring, budget setting, and reporting are essential for this role.
