Finance Manager

Networking Women in the Fire Service; Broadnook; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Networking Women in the Fire Service is seeking a motivated Finance Manager for Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service. This role involves leading the Finance team, ensuring compliance, and providing expert financial guidance. Suitable candidates should be CCAB qualified and possess strong communication and relationship-building abilities, contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous leave entitlement

Support for professional development

On-site gym facilities

Emergency services “Blue Light” discount card

Public sector pension (LGPS)

Qualifications

• CCAB qualified.
• Strong communication and adaptability skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance team and oversee Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance, and Exchequer Services.
• Ensure statutory compliance and provide high-quality financial advice.
• Reporting to the S112 Officer/Treasurer.

Skills

CCAB qualified

Confident communicator

Adaptable

Strong relationship-building skills

Job description

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Finance Manager

Salary: Grade I – £50,269 – £54,495 plus 10% Market rate supplement

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours

Job Share: No

Opening date: Wednesday 20th August 2025

Closing date: 10th September at 23:59

Job Advert

Join our team at Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service!

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue (LFRS) provides a wide range of services in the Leicestershire and Rutland area, supporting Safer People, Safer Places for communities and workplaces with 20 fire stations and over 600 staff.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Finance Manager to lead the Finance team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
• Support for professional development
• On-site gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Emergency services “Blue Light” discount card
• Use of occupational health services including fitness support
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Public sector pension (LGPS), with auto-enrollment and various income options at retirement

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We collaborate with organizations like Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion, Disability Confident, British Sign Language Charter, and Asian Fire Service Association to foster an inclusive environment.

Pension Considerations

Applicants should consider potential implications for Annual and Lifetime Allowance and consult our Pensions team for details.

Sponsorship

We do not sponsor UK visas and cannot support Skilled Worker Sponsorship applications.

Hybrid working may be available, with up to 2 days remote work per week.

Application timeline: Opening on 20th August 2025, closing on 10th September 2025, with interviews in the week of 15th September 2025.

Interview assessments will include role-specific and behavioural questions, with a focus on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).

Job Objectives

Reporting to the S112 Officer/Treasurer, the successful candidate will provide technical leadership in local government finance, overseeing Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance, and Exchequer Services, ensuring statutory compliance and high-quality financial advice.

Skills Required

CCAB qualified, confident communicator, adaptable, with strong relationship-building skills.