DSG Consultant Finance Manager

DSG Consultant Finance Manager (Contract – 5 Months)
£540.00 per day Umbrella / £475.09 per day PAYE inclusive / £423.92 per day PAYE exclusive 

Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for public sector financial management? Our client is seeking a dedicated Finance Manager to lead and support our Finance and Commercial Directorate. This DSG Consultant Finance Manager role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference within local government, ensuring financial stability, strategic improvement, and service excellence.

About the Role:

As the DSG Consultant Finance Manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of financial accountants, finance assistants, and trainees, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your expertise will contribute directly to our client ambition to be “Best in Class” by embedding best practices and delivering robust financial and commercial management. This 5-month contract is based in our client, with hybrid working arrangements, offering a collaborative environment where your leadership, strategic thinking, and financial acumen will be valued.

Candidate Responsibilities for the DSG Consultant Finance Manager:

• Lead and manage the Finance and Commercial team, promoting high standards of performance, standards, and accountability.
• Implement and monitor financial strategies aligned with council priorities, ensuring value for money and budgetary compliance.
• Provide robust financial analysis, modelling, and forecasting to support strategic decision-making.
• Work collaboratively across departments, partners, and stakeholders to improve service delivery and financial management.
• Oversee statutory financial reporting, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and CIPFA standards.
• Develop commercial opportunities and contribute to innovative service delivery models.
• Facilitate change and transformation initiatives, embedding continuous improvement processes.
• Support budget preparation, monitoring, and year-end processes, advising managers on financial implications.
• Manage risk, performance, and compliance within your remit, fostering a culture of performance excellence.

Benefits of Joining our client as a DSG Consultant Finance Manager:

• Competitive day rate (dependent on experience)
• 5-month contract with potential for extension
• Hybrid working model promoting work-life balance
• Opportunity to work in a high-profile public sector environment
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Chance to influence significant financial and service improvements within the local community
• Ongoing professional development opportunities in local government finance

Person Specification:

The ideal DSG Consultant Finance Manager will possess CCAB/CIMA qualifications, significant experience leading financial functions in large, complex organisations, and a proven ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans. Strong stakeholder engagement, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to equality and diversity are essential.