Public Sector Finance Advisor

Newtons Recruitment; North East; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance institute in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced senior finance specialist to provide insights and training to local authorities. The role involves engaging with stakeholders, answering technical queries, and delivering tailored communications. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years in senior local authority finance and knowledge of the Local Authority Accounting Code of Practice. This position offers a flexible working arrangement, including a 4-day work week and generous benefits.

Benefits

4-day working week

Generous pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

2 paid volunteer days

Childcare allowance

Qualifications

• 3 years of senior local authority finance experience required.
• Knowledge of the Local Authority Accounting Code of Practice is essential.
• Experience in delivering training and insights is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial insights to local authorities.
• Respond to detailed technical enquiries from members.
• Research and deliver training and events.

Skills

Local authority finance experience

Knowledge of Local Authority Accounting Code

Experience in delivering training

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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