Finance Manager - Public Sector SEND

Reed; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee SEND expenditures and manage financial tasks in the public sector. This role is crucial for providing financial oversight, requiring local authority experience and strong finance understanding. The position offers a hybrid work model with a daily rate of £500. Interested candidates should submit their CV ASAP.

Benefits

Access to a dedicated consultant

Secure online timesheet system

Self-service portal for managing employment documents

Access to free training and healthcare options

Inclusion in pension schemes

Opportunities to work with leading UK employers

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or qualified by experience with a proven track record.
• Experience presenting at senior leadership level.
• Strong understanding of SEND and High Needs finance.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial oversight for SEND expenditure.
• Manage complex financial tasks within the public sector.
• Attending Senior Leadership Agreement (SLA) meetings.

Skills

Local authority experience

Understanding of SEND and High Needs finance

Ability to hit the ground running

Qualified accountant or equivalent experience

Presenting at senior leadership level

Tools

SAP

Job description

Finance Manager - Public Sector (SEND)

Contract Type: Interim (Hybrid - 1 day a week in office)

Location: Huddersfield, HD1

Daily Rate: £500

We are looking for a Finance Manager to provide expert financial oversight specifically in the areas of High Needs Safety Valve and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) expenditure. This role is crucial for managing complex financial tasks within the public sector.

Day-to-day of the role

• No line management responsibilities.
• Sole responsibility for SEND and High Needs Safety Valve expenditure.
• Requires a strong understanding of local authority finance structures.
• Utilise SAP for financial systems and reporting.
• Attend Senior Leadership Agreement (SLA) meetings.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Essential:
  • Local authority experience.
  • Strong understanding of SEND and High Needs finance.
  • Ability to hit the ground running with minimal onboarding.
  • Qualified accountant or qualified by experience with a proven track record.
  • Experience presenting at senior leadership level.
• Desirable/Transferable:
  • Central government experience.
  • Experience in school funding.
  • Flexibility on line management experience for the second role.

What to Include in Your CV

• Demonstrated local authority finance experience.
• Proven track record in managing SEND, DSG, and High Needs budgets.
• Evidence of senior stakeholder engagement.
• Strong financial reporting and monitoring background.
• Experience with SAP is a plus.

Benefits

• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support.
• Secure and user-friendly online timesheet system.
• Self-service portal for managing holiday requests, payslips, and other employment documents.
• Access to free training, discount clubs, healthcare options, and Reed rewards.
• Inclusion in pension schemes, paid holiday schemes, and maternity benefits.
• Opportunities to work with leading UK employers including local authorities, the NHS, and local SMEs

To apply for this Finance Manager position, please submit your CV ASAP!