Public Sector Finance Advisor

Newtons Recruitment; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance institute is seeking a senior local authority finance specialist to provide insights and training. This role involves engaging with local authorities, answering technical queries, and delivering tailored communications. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of relevant experience and knowledge of the Local Authority Accounting Code of Practice. This position offers flexibility with a remote/hybrid option and a 4-day working week, along with an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

4-day working week

Generous pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Enhanced maternity/paternity

2 paid volunteer days

Childcare allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of senior finance experience in local authorities.
• Strong understanding of the Local Authority Accounting Code of Practice.
• Proven experience in delivering insights and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial insights and technical guidance to local authorities.
• Respond to detailed technical inquiries from members.
• Research and deliver tailored training and communications.

Skills

Local authority finance expertise

Training delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CIPFA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Location: Flexible (Remote/hybrid)

Salary: Up to 60,000, 4 day week + excellent benefits

Seeking an experienced, senior level local authority finance specialist with a passion for providing insights, technical guidance and training.

Overview:

Working for a leading finance institute, you will provide financial insights to members (local authorities), answer technical queries, and deliver tailored communications and training.

A typical week:

• Engagement with members
• Respond to detailed technical enquiries
• Research, collate & deliver insights, training & events
• Liaise with stakeholders on legislation changes

You'll need the following:

• 3 years senior local authority finance experience
• Knowledge of the Local Authority Accounting Code of Practice
• Experience delivering training/insights
• CIPFA or equivalent qualified (desirable)

Benefits:

4-day working week, Generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Helpline, Health Cash Plan, Enhanced maternity/paternity, 2 paid volunteer days, Childcare allowance

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