Finance Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to take the lead on the strategic financial support for the Environment and Communities Directorate, working closely with senior leadership to drive sound financial planning, performance, and decision-making across these high-impact service areas.

Key responsibilities:

• Acting as the lead finance advisor to the Environment and Communities Directorate, you’ll provide expert guidance on all aspects of strategic planning, budget setting, and financial performance.
• Producing high-quality financial analysis by interpreting cost drivers and operational trends to support evidence-based decision-making at senior levels.
• Partnering with finance colleagues across the Council to support corporate reporting, annual budgeting, financial monitoring, and the year-end close process.
• Ensuring strong financial controls are in place and leading continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.
• Managing and developing a team of 5, creating a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Attending key departmental meetings and attending the office on a regular basis to meet business needs.

Ideal Candidate profile:

• In-depth understanding of the environment and communities functions within a local authority setting.
• Holds a relevant professional qualification (e.g. CIPFA, CIMA, MBA etc).
• Strong managerial experience within a local authority setting.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Strong Excel skills and proficient using financial systems.

Role information:

• Salary: £550 per day Umbrella rate (Inside IR35)
• Contract type: Interim
• Contract length: 3 to 6 months
• Working hours: 35 per week
• Location: Enfield

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.