Finance Manager - Adult Social Care

Hays PLC; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Local Government Finance Specialist to transform Adult Social Care and Public Health finance. You will manage a team, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide strategic financial advice. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a commitment to quality and effective service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in local government accounting, preferably within Adult Social Care.
• Ability to explain complex financial issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation of Adult Social Care finance.
• Manage the Financial Management team effectively.
• Advise senior managers on key financial matters.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

CCAB Qualified

Tools

Spreadsheets

Financial Systems

Job description

Local government finance specialist

Your new company

Are you ready to make a significant impact on the future of Adult Social Care and Public Health? Join the team supporting the Assistant Director of Finance and play a pivotal role in shaping our finance business partnering offer to the directorate.

Your new role

1. Influence and Transform: Lead the transformation of Adult Social Care by supporting staff to adapt and continuously improve, ensuring our services flourish.
2. Leadership and Management: Manage the Financial Management team, delivering an outstanding finance business partnering service.
3. Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrate thorough knowledge of legislation affecting local government finance and Adult Social Care Services.
4. Strategic Support: Advise and support senior managers on key financial matters, including complex calculations, options appraisals, and variance analysis.
5. Effective Communication: Present complex financial information clearly to non-financial professionals, ensuring confidence and understanding.
6. Performance Management: Drive continuous improvement, providing reliable financial information to support decision-making and reporting.

What you'll need to succeed

1. CCAB Qualified: Or possess relevant experience in local government accounting, preferably within Adult Social Care.
2. Leadership Skills: Inspire and motivate your team to achieve excellence.
3. Communication Skills: Explain complex financial issues clearly and effectively.
4. Commitment to Quality: Maintain and improve the quality of services provided.
5. Strategic Advice: Provide advice to ensure effective delivery and value for money.
6. Time Management: Prioritise tasks and meet deadlines to achieve service goals.
7. IT Proficiency: Use spreadsheets, financial systems, and relevant software for analysis and presentation.

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