Finance Manager - Adults' Social Care

£600 per day Hybrid Working 6-Month Contract£600 per day Hybrid Working 6-Month Contract

Hays are partnering with a local council to recruit an Interim Finance Manager with recent experience in Children's or Adults' Social Care finance.Due to an internal promotion, a fantastic opportunity has arisen to lead the Children's Finance Team within the Council's Financial Operations Division.
The Role
This is a frontline senior management accountancy position with significant exposure to strategic decision making.
As Finance Manager, you will:

• Work directly with the Director for Children's Services
• Support the Senior Leadership Team for Education and the Senior Leadership Team for Social Care
• Act as the finance lead for elected Members, contributing to key decision-making and scrutiny processes
• Ensure financial insight and stewardship supports the Council's ambition to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the Children's Finance Team
• Provide high quality financial advice to senior stakeholders
• Deliver accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and budget management
• Support and challenge operational leaders to drive value and service improvement
• Oversee statutory financial responsibilities in a local government setting

About You
You will be an experienced and confident finance professional who can operate effectively in a complex, high profile environment.
Essential Criteria:

• Qualified Accountant - current CCAB or CIMA membership
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Proven experience working with senior management to deliver positive outcomes
• Significant experience in a local government finance environment
• Recent experience within Children's or Adults' Social Care finance

If you're ready for your next challenge and want to play a key role in supporting a public sector organisation, please send your updated CV!

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