Finance Team Manager

Finance Team Manager
Location: our client
Contract: Temporary (3 months)
Salary: £33.93 - £35.30 per hour umbrella / £30.39 - £31.59 PAYE Inclusive / £27.12 - £28.19 PAYE Exclusive
Start Date: ASAP
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in our client for a Finance Team Manager to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will lead key financial functions, influence organisational decision-making, and help drive financial sustainability and value for money across the council.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of key financial functions including budget setting, statutory accounts, treasury management, capital accounting, insurance, and financial reporting.
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior leaders and elected members, supporting informed decision-making and long-term financial planning.
• Manage the production of the annual Statement of Accounts and oversee external audit processes to achieve timely completion and an unqualified audit opinion.
• Lead financial modelling, business case appraisal, investment analysis, and risk assessments to support major projects and corporate initiatives.

• CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experience in local government finance or a similarly regulated environment.
• Proven experience preparing and managing both revenue and capital budgets, including medium-term financial planning.
• Strong technical expertise in local authority accounting, treasury management, capital accounting, IFRS requirements, and financial governance.
• Demonstrable leadership experience with the ability to motivate teams, drive performance improvements, and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.