Summary: The Finance Manager role at South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is crucial for overseeing financial management and reporting, ensuring efficient use of resources. This position involves developing financial strategies, managing budgets, and leading the finance team to support the organization's objectives. The role is integral to maintaining the financial health of a respected public sector organization dedicated to community safety. Candidates will be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy and conduct financial forecasting and sensitivity analysis.
• Coordinate the completion of annual budget submissions and lead the finance team in developing the Authority's revenue and capital budgets.
• Monitor budget performance and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Lead the development of strategic capital investment plans and support annual budget setting.
• Manage the Authority's treasury function and prepare the annual treasury management strategy statement (TMSS).
• Plan and coordinate the closure of accounts process and prepare the annual statement of accounts (SOA).
• Undertake management responsibilities for the Finance Team, resolving operational and performance issues.
• Lead the team in developing and reviewing finance strategies, plans, policies, and procedures.
• Deputise for the Head of Finance, Procurement & Property in their absence.

Key Skills:

• Strong financial management and reporting skills.
• Experience in budget development and monitoring.
• Ability to conduct financial forecasting and sensitivity analysis.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Knowledge of treasury management and capital investment planning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in developing financial strategies and policies.

Salary (Rate): £59,024

City: undetermined

Country: Wales

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other