Public Sector Finance Advisor

  • Newtons Recruitment
  • Southampton, Hampshire
  • Dec 13, 2025
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Location: Flexible (Remote/hybrid)

Salary: Up to 60,000, 4 day week + excellent benefits

Seeking an experienced, senior level local authority finance specialist with a passion for providing insights, technical guidance and training.

Overview:

Working for a leading finance institute, you will provide financial insights to members (local authorities), answer technical queries, and deliver tailored communications and training.

A typical week:

  • Engagement with members
  • Respond to detailed technical enquiries
  • Research, collate & deliver insights, training & events
  • Liaise with stakeholders on legislation changes

You'll need the following:

  • 3 years senior local authority finance experience
  • Knowledge of the Local Authority Accounting Code of Practice
  • Experience delivering training/insights
  • CIPFA or equivalent qualified (desirable)

Benefits: 4-day working week, Generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Helpline, Health Cash Plan, Enhanced maternity/paternity, 2 paid volunteer days, Childcare allowance

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