Finance Manager

Akton Recruitment Ltd

Posted 15 days ago, valid for 14 days

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS12 5HR, England

£400 - £500 per day

Full Time

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Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Kirklees, West Yorkshire

Contract Type: 6-Month Contract, Hybrid Working

Salary: £400-£500/day

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Manager to join a local authority in Kirklees. This pivotal role involves providing a comprehensive and high-quality financial service, encompassing management, supervision, and leadership of staff. As a Finance Manager, you will play a key role in driving financial performance, managing resources effectively, and contributing to the overall success of our organization.

Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and supervision to the finance team, ensuring commitment towards team goals and service vision.
Performance manage the finance team to ensure delivery of high-quality services to our customers.
Develop positive working relationships and actively contribute to the development of the team and yourself.
Act as a visible leader, sharing information in a clear and concise manner to build understanding.
Support the Head of Service by being a member of the Finance Manager Group.
Deliver a comprehensive, high-quality, and timely financial management service in accordance with statutory, financial, and council procedures.

Requirements:

Membership of a recognised CCAB professional accountancy body is essential.
Experience in resource and business planning within a local authority or similarly complex organisation.
Awareness of current issues affecting local government and their financial implications.
Experience with complex financial systems in a large organisation.
Experience in supporting the preparation of budgets, medium-term financial and service plans, and implementing mechanisms to monitor their activity.
Ability to advise and motivate senior managers and finance staff, prioritising workloads effectively.
Experience in supporting managers in producing sound and robust business cases for resource investment.
Experience in identifying and managing risk within a financial context.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the required skills and experience, please apply now!