Finance Manager (Corporate)

Salford Council; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a forward-thinking council, where you will play a vital role in the Corporate Finance team. This position is pivotal in the transformative Project Genesis, which aims to enhance collaboration and introduce modern digital solutions. As a fully qualified accountant, you will leverage your expertise in management accounting, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement to drive financial success. Join a dedicated team committed to improving the lives of residents while fostering an inclusive workplace culture. If you're proactive and thrive under pressure, this role is tailored for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Diverse Workplace

Public Sector Benefits

Continuous Service Commitment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering financial solutions and managing budgets.
• Significant experience in accounting and finance, including funding models.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Corporate Finance team within Project Genesis.
• Support financial advice and expertise to various services.

Skills

Management Accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant

Experience in Finance

Job description

About us

The Financial team is a centralised finance team working closely with the Services to provide financial advice and expertise. You will play a crucial role in supporting the objectives of the Finance Team by building relationships, maintaining value for money, and innovating working methods.

We currently have an exciting vacancy within our team to build on our success and bring new experience, knowledge, and ideas. We operate in a hybrid way, combining office and home working.

The Corporate team handles the production of the statement of accounts, budget reports, monitoring the collection fund, treasury management, and VAT advice.

We are delivering Project Genesis, which aims to replace our current SAP system with new HR, Payroll, and Finance systems. This project is not just a system upgrade but a transformative initiative to improve collaboration across the organisation, introduce digital solutions, and foster a modern, inclusive workplace.

About the Role

This role will represent the Corporate Finance team within Project Genesis.

About you

If you have a proven track record of delivering solutions, want to make a difference, and thrive in a strong team culture, we want to hear from you. We seek an enthusiastic, proactive, and motivated individual capable of working under strict deadlines. You should be a fully qualified accountant (or qualified through experience) with significant accounting and commercial experience, including funding models, management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting. Experience in producing statements of accounts, setting corporate budgets, collection fund accounting, and business partnering is desirable. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders are essential. Prior experience in a Local Authority is not required.

Please include in your covering letter how your skills and experience meet the role's requirements.

For more information, contact Mark Barrett at [e-mail]. Please note CVs are not accepted via email.

We do not sponsor candidates for this position and reserve the right to close applications early.

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