Finance Manager - Systems And Controls

Lorien; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic local authority is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial systems and controls. This key role involves managing complex financial systems, providing strategic advice, and overseeing treasury management. Candidates should be professionally qualified with strong skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a hybrid work environment based in Stoke-on-Trent.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in accounting, such as CCAB or CIPFA.
• Experience in managing financial systems and leading teams.
• Strong skills in treasury management, budgeting, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial systems management and development.
• Oversee treasury management and insurance services.
• Drive improvements in financial processes and digital transformation.
• Manage year-end accounts closure and statutory accounts production.
• Provide financial advice to senior management.

Skills

Financial systems management

Treasury management

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Advanced Excel

Communication

Education

CCAB/CIPFA/ACA or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Finance Manager – Systems and Controls. Location: Stoke‑On‑Trent (Hybrid working available). Pay Rate: £350‑£400 IR35. Determination: Inside of IR35.

Overview

Are you ready to lead on financial systems and controls for a dynamic local authority? We're looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our Financial Services team. This is a key leadership role, providing strategic financial advice and ensuring robust systems and processes across the Council.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management and development of our financial systems, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Oversee treasury management (£20m investments, £200m borrowings), insurance, VAT advice, payroll contract, and capital accounting.
• Drive digital transformation and improvements in financial processes.
• Manage the year‑end accounts closure and production of statutory accounts.
• Provide expert financial advice to senior managers and committees.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified (CCAB/CIPFA/ACA or equivalent experience).
• Experienced in managing financial systems and leading teams.
• Skilled in treasury management, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Confident with advanced Excel and Microsoft Office.
• A strong communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.

Desirable

• Knowledge of VAT, insurance services, and capital accounting.