Financial Services Manager

Civic Recruitment Limited; Redditch; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work pattern

1 day on-site per week

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a 6-month contract with a local authority to lead the Financial Services function and oversee key financial operations. A daily umbrella pay rate of £461.94 reflects senior-level finance leadership in a public sector context.

Successful candidates will manage budgeting, treasury, capital accounting, payroll, and statutory financial reporting, while ensuring robust governance and compliance across financial services.

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualification experience within Local Government finance.
• Experience leading finance teams within a complex public sector environment.
• Experience leading annual budget-setting processes and ongoing budget monitoring.
• Proven experience managing both capital and revenue budgets.
• Fully qualified CCAB accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• CIPFA Qualification.
• Management or leadership qualification.
• Treasury Management qualification or specialist treasury experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Financial Services function to deliver high-quality finance services across the organization.
• Oversee the Council's annual budget-setting process, aiding service managers and senior leadership in developing balanced and sustainable budgets.
• Monitor and report on revenue and capital budgets, identifying financial risks, opportunities, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to senior officers, directors, and elected members.
• Lead the preparation and delivery of statutory financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and legislative requirements.
• Oversee treasury management activities, including cash flow management, borrowing, investments, and treasury reporting.
• Manage the Council's capital accounting processes and support the delivery of the Capital Programme.
• Oversee payroll, exchequer, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related financial operations.

Skills

Local government finance

Finance leadership

Budgeting

Capital & revenue budgets

Treasury management

CCAB qualification

Professional development

Education

CCAB Accountant

CIPFA qualification

Management qualification

Job description

Redditch, United Kingdom | Posted on 13/10/2026

• City Redditch
• Province Worcestershire
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code B97

About Us

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.  That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

6 months contract with a local authority

Summary

• This role is a 6-month contract with a local authority, offering a daily umbrella pay rate of £461.94. The position is pivotal in ensuring the effective delivery of various financial services, including financial planning, budget management, treasury management, capital accounting, payroll, exchequer services, insurance, and risk management. As a trusted financial adviser to senior management and elected members, the post holder will support informed decision-making, uphold robust financial governance, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and drive continuous improvement across financial services operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Financial Services function to deliver high-quality finance services across the organization.
• Oversee the Council's annual budget-setting process, aiding service managers and senior leadership in developing balanced and sustainable budgets.
• Monitor and report on revenue and capital budgets, identifying financial risks, opportunities, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to senior officers, directors, and elected members.
• Lead the preparation and delivery of statutory financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and legislative requirements.
• Oversee treasury management activities, including cash flow management, borrowing, investments, and treasury reporting.
• Manage the Council's capital accounting processes and support the delivery of the Capital Programme.
• Oversee payroll, exchequer, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related financial operations.

Requirements:

• Substantial post-qualification experience within Local Government finance.
• Significant experience managing and leading finance teams within a complex public sector environment.
• Experience leading annual budget-setting processes and ongoing budget monitoring.
• Proven experience managing both capital and revenue budgets.
• Fully qualified CCAB accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• CIPFA Qualification.
• Management or leadership qualification.
• Treasury Management qualification or specialist treasury experience.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 37 hours per week.
• Working Pattern: Hybrid / Part Remote (1 day on-site per week).