Interim Finance Specialist - Cost Saving

Morgan Law; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Specialist to lead spend control measures. In this 6-month contract role, you will support the implementation of governance ensuring value for money. You should have a strong track record in cost savings, expertise in local government finance, and proficiency in tools like Power BI. Competitive daily rate ranges from £600 to £650.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record identifying financial opportunities for savings.
• Ability to implement effective cost-saving measures.

Responsibilities

• Lead on critical spend control measures for the council.
• Support development and implementation of spend control governance.
• Work closely with Finance Business Partners.

Skills

Cost saving initiatives

Reporting and monitoring savings

Facilitation and collaboration

Proficient in Microsoft tools

Power BI

Education

CIPFA accreditation

Understanding of best value principles

Extensive experience in local government finance

Job description

A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Specialist to join our team and lead on the critical spend control measures for the council. As Interim Finance Specialist - Cost Saving, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the development and implementation of spend control governance, ensuring we achieve maximum value for money and drive cost-saving initiatives across the organisation.

Interim role with a competitive daily rate range of £600.00 - £650.00

6-month contract

Work closely with the Interim Commercial Director and Finance Business Partners

Preferred Requirements

• Proven track record in identifying financial and organisational opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies
• Expertise in managing the spend control process, including comprehensive reporting and monitoring of savings across the organisation
• Strong facilitation and collaboration skills, able to work effectively with finance teams of varying experience levels
• Proficient in Microsoft tools, including a strong advantage in Power BI

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience in local government finance
• Proven understanding of best value principles and their application in a council setting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement effective cost‑saving measures
• CIPFA accreditation is highly desirable

Campaign Timeline

This is an urgent post and is open until filled.

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