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Finance Manager

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are working alongside Kirklees Council who are looking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager to support their SEND finance team. Please find a description of the role below.
 
Role: Finance Manager (SEND)
Rate: £500 per day (Umbrella/Ltd)
Location: Dewsbury  
Working: Remote
Contract: 6 months on going
 
Role Overview
  • This is a backfill for the current Children’s Finance Manager, covering the social care and learning support side, including SEND and the High Needs Safety Valve agreement.
  • It also incorporates school funding, as another Finance Manager is due to leave soon. The plan is to combine both portfolios into one role. 
  • Qualified accountant (e.g., CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  • Significant experience in public sector finance, ideally in local authority children’s services.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage finance teams effectively.
  • Strong experience in financial monitoring, budget setting, and reporting.
  • Excellent analytical skills and ability to present complex financial information clearly.
  • Knowledge of SEND funding, High Needs Block, and school funding mechanisms.
If you are interested in the role, or know anyone who may be, please contact Marc at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email marc.facer@servicecare.org.uk.
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus!

So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

If you have any questions or queries, please don’t not hesitate to ask.