Financial Services Manager
Posted 1 week ago by Meridian Business Support on CVLibrary
£70 Per hour
Outside
Hybrid
Crawley
Summary: The role of Interim Financial Services Manager involves providing strategic financial advice and ensuring robust financial governance within a local government context. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior finance leaders to drive service improvements and oversee financial strategies, particularly focusing on the savings plan for 2026/27. This position requires extensive experience in local government finance and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement with a flexible schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise senior officers, Corporate Management Team (CMT), and Members on changes in local authority accounting standards and legislation.
- Lead the preparation of the Council’s annual Financial Statements to ensure full compliance with statutory requirements and secure an unqualified audit opinion.
- Support the oversight and coordination of the annual budget process and the development of a strong Medium Term Financial Strategy.
- Deliver high-quality financial advice to enable informed and effective decision-making.
- Promote innovation and continuous improvement within the Finance Division.
- Prepare key financial strategies including the Medium Term Financial Strategy, Housing Revenue Account Business Plan, and Treasury Management Strategy.
- Develop and implement policies to improve efficiency, minimise risk, and enhance financial stewardship.
Key Skills:
- CCAB-qualified accountant with evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
- Significant experience in financial planning, budgetary control, final accounts preparation, and policy development.
- Expertise in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), local government finance, capital accounting, HRA accounting, and treasury management.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate teams during periods of change.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly to a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience working with elected Members and within a complex organisational environment is desirable.
Salary (Rate): £70.00
City: Crawley
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Other