Local Government Finance Expert

4 hours ago


Twickenham, United Kingdom Richmond and Wandsworth Council Full time

Richmond and Wandsworth Council is seeking a Local Government Finance Expert to lead our finance management team in delivering an outstanding finance business partnering service.

This role offers the opportunity to take responsibility for managing a team, providing strategic advice to senior managers, and ensuring compliance with local government finance legislation.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in advising on key strategic matters, undertaking complex financial calculations, and communicating complex information effectively.

Estimated Salary: £72,000 - £90,000 per annum

About the Role

As a Local Government Finance Expert, you will lead by example, manage the finance team, and deliver a high-quality finance business partnering service. You will be responsible for:

  • Managing the finance team within the Adult Social Care and Public Health directorate
  • Providing strategic advice to senior managers on key financial matters
  • Ensuring compliance with local government finance legislation and regulations
  • Undertaking complex financial calculations, options appraisals, sensitivity analysis, and variance analysis
  • Communicating complex financial information effectively to non-financial professionals

Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading by example and managing the finance team
  • Delivering a high-quality finance business partnering service
  • Providing expert advice on financial matters to senior managers
  • Ensuring compliance with local government finance legislation and regulations

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • CCAB qualification or relevant experience in accounting
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to maintaining and improving the quality of services provided
  • Experience of providing advice to secure effective delivery and value for money
  • Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise tasks to deliver on service goals and ambitions
  • Proficient IT skills to use spreadsheets, financial systems, and other relevant packages

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • A generous pension plan


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