Public Sector Finance Manager - 6-Month Contract

Civic Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a 6-month contract role in Southwark to provide professional management accounting services across the Resources Department. The postholder will deliver expert financial analysis, advise on budget monitoring, and support senior officers to meet corporate objectives.

Responsibilities include preparing financial information, interpreting legislation and accounting standards, and assisting with year-end closure and reporting to external bodies.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting and reporting.
• Ability to analyse complex financial information and provide practical advice.
• Experience in management accounting and year-end processes.
• Experience in preparing financial reports and budgets for senior officers.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality financial information, analysis and professional advice to the Council and stakeholders.
• Interpret and prepare briefing notes on legislation, accounting standards and financial issues.
• Respond to requests for financial information from Members, officers and external bodies.
• Lead year-end closure of cost centres and ensure reporting accuracy.
• Support budgets monitoring and act to resolve budget variances.
• Provide financial input into cabinet and committee reports.
• Develop improvements to financial management processes and controls.
• Promote compliance with financial regulations and governance.

Education

Professional qualification in accountancy

Tools

SAP

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a 6-month contract role in Southwark to provide professional management accounting services across the Resources Department. The postholder will deliver expert financial analysis, advise on budget monitoring, and support senior officers to meet corporate objectives.

Responsibilities include preparing financial information, interpreting legislation and accounting standards, and assisting with year-end closure and reporting to external bodies.