Financial Reporting & Technical Lead

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in Farnborough is seeking a Finance Lead to oversee financial reporting and statutory accounting. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders to ensure compliance and drive financial sustainability, offering a competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flextime system

Generous annual leave entitlement

Membership of the pension scheme

Payment of professional membership fees

Opportunities for professional development

Health and wellbeing initiatives

On-site facilities

Volunteering opportunities

Discounts and free parking

Qualifications

• Significant experience in local government finance.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards.
• Proven ability to manage external audits.

Responsibilities

• Leading the preparation of statutory financial statements.
• Acting as the Council's lead on financial reporting.
• Managing the Council's Fixed Asset Register.

Skills

Financial reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Education

CIPFA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent

Job description

Location: Farnborough, Hampshire

Description: A technical Finance Lead opportunity with Rushmoor Borough Council paying up to £63,671 pa

Your new company
Rushmoor Borough Council is a forward-thinking local authority dedicated to delivering high-quality services and driving positive change for its communities. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and financial sustainability, the Council is embarking on a transformation journey, including implementing its Delivery Plan priorities for 2025/26 and its Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation initiatives.

Your new role
This is a fantastic opportunity to become the Council's expert lead on financial reporting, playing a vital role in shaping its financial future. You will be responsible for leading, managing, developing, and producing the Council's Statement of Accounts, and overseeing the external audit process. Your technical expertise will be applied to complex areas such as regeneration, development, the commercial property investment portfolio, and treasury management. You will work closely with key partners and internal teams to ensure high standards in financial reporting and governance, while supporting the wider finance team in delivering high-quality financial statements.
Key responsibilities include:

1. Leading the preparation of statutory financial statements and managing external audits.
2. Acting as the Council's lead on financial reporting, the Collection Fund (supported by LG Futures), and asset accounting.
3. Supporting the development of the finance team and driving improvements in statutory reporting.
4. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with financial regulations and best practices.
5. Managing the Council's Fixed Asset Register and liaising with property teams and external valuers.
6. Contributing to financial sustainability by identifying efficiencies and supporting strategic planning.

What you'll need to succeed

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Significant experience in local government finance or a similar public sector environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards, capital financing, and statutory accounting.
• Proven ability to lead the production of financial statements and manage external audits.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including options for fully remote work.
• Access to a flextime system, allowing additional hours between 7:30 am and 7:00 pm, and up to one day of flexible leave per month.
• Generous annual leave entitlement:
• 26 days, increasing to 29 after five years, 31 after ten, and 34 after twenty years of service.
• Membership of the Hampshire Local Government Pension Scheme, a defined benefit scheme.
• Payment of professional membership fees if required for the role.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training and mentoring.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives such as wellbeing days, Employee Assistance Programme, cycle to work scheme, reduced gym memberships, and more.
• Additional benefits including on-site facilities, volunteering opportunities, discounts, and free parking.

What you need to do now

If interested, click 'apply now' to submit your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. If this role isn't suitable but you're seeking new opportunities, please reach out to us.