Senior Finance Manager (ASC)

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Job summary

A forward-thinking local authority is seeking an Interim Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial management for Adult Social Care services. This pivotal role involves managing a team, ensuring accurate budgeting and reporting, and providing specialist advice on financial implications of service changes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong accounting qualification and have extensive experience in local government financial management. With a focus on detail and effective communication, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence key financial decisions within the organization while working in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial management within Adult Social Care in local government.
• Possess an accounting qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 5, overseeing all day-to-day activities.
• Ensure robust financial management, assisting budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Reporting

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Accounting Qualification

Job description

Interim Senior Finance Manager - Adults Social Care

Local Government

• 12-month contract
• 1 day a week on site, twice a month minimum

About the client

This Local Authority based outside of London is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the financial management of their Adult Social Care services

Accountabilities

• Manage a team of 5,overseeing all day to day activities.
• Ensure robust financial management, assisting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for Adult Social Care
• Deputise for the Head of Finance, representing the finance team in key meetings and decision-making processes
• Respond to information requests quickly and accurately
• Provide financial reports for departmental meetings as required
• Draft the financial implications for reports to members and directors
• Provide specialist technical advice relating to their areas of responsibility
• Undertake financial appraisals of planned service changes, identifying any significant financial implications
• Evaluate legislative and policy changes and assess the financial impact on the service

Candidate Requirements

• Possess an accounting qualification
• Strong experience in financial management within Adult Social Care in local government (E)
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Line management experience is desirable
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal