Finance Manager (Capital)

Summary: The role of Finance Manager (Capital) involves leading and advising on critical financial operations within a local authority's capital finance team for a 6-month interim contract. The position requires a fully qualified accountant with significant experience in local authority finance, focusing on capital investment programs and financial reporting. The candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and alignment with strategic priorities. This is a fast-paced opportunity for someone ready to make an immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, monitor, and manage the council’s capital investment programme, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and compliance with financial regulations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate capital budgets and forecasts, providing financial analysis and advice to support decision-making on major projects and asset investments.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to support capital projects, and ensure timely financial reporting to senior management, committees, and external auditors.

Key Skills:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Significant experience in a similar role within a local authority setting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance