Senior Financial Manager

2 weeks ago


Luton, Luton, United Kingdom Connect2Luton Full time

Job Summary

Connect2Luton is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Financial Manager to lead the Corporate Finance Team at Luton Borough Council. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in local government finance and be able to demonstrate expertise in budget preparation, financial management, and deficit recovery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the preparation of the council's budget and Medium Term Financial Plan, including scenario analysis and interaction with other strategies, subsidiary companies' business plans, and the Council 2040 strategy.
  • Implement the requirements of the CIPFA Financial Management Code and recommendations from Corporate Peer Challenge Reviews.
  • Monitor and report on the council's deficit recovery plan, including transformation savings, and conduct financial due diligence as required.
  • Contribute to the preparation of the Annual Budget Report and provide information to Policy Group and other Committees.
  • Undertake project-related work as required.

About the Role

This is a critical and exciting short-term position with matrix reporting to the Finance Senior Management Team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the council's financial management and contribute to the development of the Corporate Finance Team.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

Proven experience in local government finance, including budget preparation and financial management.An in-depth understanding of local government finance and the CIPFA Financial Management Code.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders.Experience of working in a matrix management structure.

About Connect2Luton

Connect2Luton is a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at Luton Borough Council. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.



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