Finance Improvement Manager

Hays Accountancy and Finance; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organisation is seeking a Finance Improvement Manager in Birmingham for a contract role. This position involves enhancing financial governance, reviewing policies, and facilitating workshops within a dynamic project team. Candidates should possess strong finance qualifications and local government experience to apply.

Qualifications

• Recognised finance qualification (e.g., CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Local Government finance experience at Finance Manager level or above.
• Proven ability to lead or support policy and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Review and refresh existing financial and accounting policies.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Facilitate workshops to gather insights and drive improvements.

Skills

Facilitation skills

Collaboration

Methodical approach

Education

CIPFA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Finance Improvement Manager

Hybrid - Central Birmingham (1 day/week in office)

Contract: July 2025 - March 2026

Hays are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a respected public sector organisation for a Finance Improvement Manager to join a high-impact project team focused on enhancing financial governance and operational consistency.

About the Role:
This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced finance professionals to:

• Review and refresh existing financial and accounting policies.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Create clear, practical financial guidance for internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate both in-person and virtual workshops to gather insights and drive improvements.

What We're Looking For:
We're seeking a methodical and inquisitive finance professional with strong facilitation skills and a collaborative mindset. You'll be comfortable working in a hybrid environment and contributing to a dynamic project team.

Essential Requirements:

• A recognised finance qualification (e., CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Local Government finance experience at Finance Manager level or above.
• Experience working in multiple councils and/or having access to a broad network across local authorities.
• Proven ability to lead or support policy and process improvement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity to have a tangible impact on financial governance and policy within the public sector. If you're passionate about driving improvement and have the right background, please send your updated CV!
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