Finance Manager - Projects

Peterborough City Council; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Peterborough is seeking a Project Finance Manager to lead financial management for key projects. The ideal candidate will be CCAB qualified, possess strong skills in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, and have experience in local government finance. Competitive benefits include generous leave, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Sick pay

Local government pension scheme

Access to discounts

Car lease scheme

Paid volunteering hours annually

Employee Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• Experience in local government finance is essential.
• Ability to communicate technical financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial aspects of various projects.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop financial business cases and options appraisals.

Skills

Financial Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

CCAB qualified

Job description

All about the Role

The Project Finance Manager is a pivotal role within the Council, responsible for leading and coordinating financial aspects of various projects and partnerships. This role requires a high level of expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. The Project Finance Manager will work closely with internal departments, external advisors, and partner organizations to ensure the successful execution of financial strategies and initiatives. Some of the large projects supported by this role include:

• Key Capital Schemes
• Financial Management Improvement Programme
• Local Government Reform
• Unit 4 FP&A System (Finance System) improvements
• Development of financial business cases, options appraisals, and detailed modeling

All about our Team

There has never been a better time to work for our Council. Peterborough is experiencing significant growth, benefiting everyone who lives, works, and spends time here. The Council continues to make positive strides by unlocking potential, driving innovation and creativity, and ensuring the best use of its resources. Delivering value-for-money services is our core priority.

To support this exciting work, we pride ourselves on having strong corporate functions. The Finance Team is vital at the heart of the organization, and we are now seeking a Finance Manager to support our key projects across the Council.

All about You

To apply for this position, you must be CCAB qualified with experience in local government finance. You should be able to:

• Apply technical skills and demonstrate a business-like approach to the role
• Prioritize and manage multiple demands effectively with minimal supervision
• Show a proactive, flexible approach and a commitment to completing tasks
• Resolve complex financial problems with workable solutions
• Develop effective relationships with stakeholders, including senior and operational leaders, finance professionals, members, and external auditors
• Communicate technical financial information clearly to non-finance audiences, including members, through written, oral, or face-to-face communication

All about our Benefits

We value our colleagues and offer benefits beyond generous annual leave (starting at 25 days + bank holidays), sick pay, and the local government pension scheme. Benefits include:

• Access to discounts via Vivup, including in-store and online offers, and schemes like Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics
• Option to buy up to 10 additional days of annual leave (pro-rata)
• Car lease scheme
• Flexibility to take bank holidays as needed
• Tax-advantaged Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension
• Development opportunities, including apprenticeships
• Paid volunteering hours annually
• Access to our equality, diversity, and inclusion network
• Opportunities for Employee Recognition Awards

Our Commitments

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups, including disabled individuals, care leavers, and minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives are valued and vital to our success.

We aim to make our recruitment process accessible. If you require reasonable adjustments during application or interview, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to meet your needs.