Finance Service Manager

Summary: The Finance Service Manager is responsible for the operational and professional management of a service, ensuring alignment with the Cabinet's political vision and priorities. This role involves leading service delivery, managing performance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve quality outcomes. The position requires a CCAB qualification and a strong background in local government finance, strategic leadership, and team development. The manager will also contribute to statutory functions and corporate assignments as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accountable for service performance and management, establishing clear business goals.
• Ensure delivery of quality, consistent, and value-for-money services through effective planning and management.
• Lead innovation in service delivery methods through engagement with various stakeholders.
• Develop and empower staff to achieve personal and service objectives.
• Contribute to statutory functions and carry out corporate roles and assignments as required.

Key Skills:

• CCAB qualification.
• Experience in leading major service areas and delivering successful outcomes.
• Strong financial advice and guidance capabilities in local government finance.
• Well-developed knowledge of national policies and statutory requirements related to local government finance.
• Ability to work effectively in a political environment with high political awareness.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Business acumen and financial risk management skills.
• Proven track record of transforming services for improved efficiency and value.

Salary (Rate): £47.5

City: Newcastle upon Tyne

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance