Funding and Treasury Officer

Funding and Treasury Officer

Rugby Borough Council: Financial Services Team
Day Rate: Competitive - Temporary: 3 month rolling contract - Hybrid working Available

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in public finance? Rugby Borough Council is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Funding and Treasury Officer to join our Financial Services team within the Finance & Performance service.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to broaden their experience in local government treasury and funding operations, while contributing to strategic decision-making and financial planning.

What You'll Be Doing:
* Building strong relationships with external funding and treasury advisors, and Collection Fund stakeholders
* Supporting budget setting and medium-term financial planning in line with legislation and accounting standards
* Assisting with Council Tax setting, including Parish Precepts and Special Expenses
* Monitoring corporate funding, Collection Fund and Treasury Management activities
* Preparing and presenting financial reports to internal and external stakeholders
* Contributing to Committee, Cabinet and Senior Management reporting
* Managing daily cash flow and investment compliance
* Supporting VAT treatment and strategic investment appraisals
* Assisting with year-end accounting, financial statements, and external audits
* Preparing financial data for statutory returns and strategic publications

What We're Looking For:
* A strong understanding of public sector finance and treasury management
* Excellent analytical and communication skills
* Experience in budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting
* Ability to interpret and apply accounting regulations
* A collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement

Qualifications:
This role is offered depending on your professional qualifications and experience. Whether you're newly qualified or bring years of expertise, we want to hear from you.