Funding and Treasury Officer

Funding and Treasury Officer

Rugby Borough Council: Financial Services Team
Day Rate: Competitive - Temporary: 3 month rolling contract - Hybrid working Available

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in public finance? Rugby Borough Council is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Funding and Treasury Officer to join our Financial Services team within the Finance & Performance service.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to broaden their experience in local government treasury and funding operations, while contributing to strategic decision-making and financial planning.

What You'll Be Doing:
Building strong relationships with external funding and treasury advisors, and Collection Fund stakeholders
Supporting budget setting and medium-term financial planning in line with legislation and accounting standards
Assisting with Council Tax setting, including Parish Precepts and Special Expenses
Monitoring corporate funding, Collection Fund and Treasury Management activities
Preparing and presenting financial reports to internal and external stakeholders
Contributing to Committee, Cabinet and Senior Management reporting
Managing daily cash flow and investment compliance
Supporting VAT treatment and strategic investment appraisals
Assisting with year-end accounting, financial statements, and external audits
Preparing financial data for statutory returns and strategic publications

What We're Looking For:
A strong understanding of public sector finance and treasury management
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Experience in budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting
Ability to interpret and apply accounting regulations
A collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement

Qualifications:
This role is offered depending on your professional qualifications and experience. Whether you're newly qualified or bring years of expertise, we want to hear from you.