Finance Project Manager
Posted 1 day ago by 1767271243
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Summary: The Project Finance Manager role involves leading financial projects within the public sector, focusing on strategic financial management and innovative partnerships. The position offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence local government finance. The successful candidate will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and optimal financial structures. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with a strong commercial mindset and experience in strategic finance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead financial appraisals for major projects, including ROI and breakeven analysis.
- Advise on financial risks and mitigation strategies across partnerships and ventures.
- Review and recommend optimal structures for joint ventures and shared services.
- Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance and best value in commercial arrangements.
- Commission and coordinate specialist financial advice from external advisors.
- Prepare reports for senior leadership and Cabinet on commercial and strategic projects.
- Support external funding bids and ensure alignment with corporate priorities.
- Contribute to the Council's Medium-Term Financial Strategy and business planning.
- Provide financial input into local government reorganisation proposals.
- Mentor accountancy trainees and apprentices working on finance projects.
Key Skills:
- CCAB-qualified accountant with strong commercial and strategic finance experience.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and deliver results.
Salary (Rate): £60,000 yearly
City: Peterborough
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job Opportunity: Project Finance Manager
Location: Hybrid - 70% home working
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum
Employer: Local Authority - Corporate Services Directorate
Are you a qualified accountant looking to lead high-impact financial projects across the public sector? We're seeking a strategic and commercially minded Project Finance Manager to join our Finance Division and help shape the future of local government finance. This is a pivotal role, offering autonomy, variety, and the chance to work on innovative partnerships and transformation programmes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead financial appraisals for major projects, including ROI and breakeven analysis.
- Advise on financial risks and mitigation strategies across partnerships and ventures.
- Review and recommend optimal structures for joint ventures and shared services.
- Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance and best value in commercial arrangements.
- Commission and coordinate specialist financial advice from external advisors.
- Prepare reports for senior leadership and Cabinet on commercial and strategic projects.
- Support external funding bids and ensure alignment with corporate priorities.
- Contribute to the Council's Medium-Term Financial Strategy and business planning.
- Provide financial input into local government reorganisation proposals.
- Mentor accountancy trainees and apprentices working on finance projects.
What We're Looking For:
- CCAB-qualified accountant with strong commercial and strategic finance experience.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and deliver results.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact while enjoying flexible working arrangements and professional development.
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