Senior Finance Manager (Temporary)

Adecco UK; Tendring; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Finance Manager for a temporary position in Clacton on Sea. This role allows you to contribute to strategic projects while ensuring financial compliance. You should be a qualified CCAB Accountant with public sector finance knowledge and strong analytical and communication skills. Join a collaborative team to make a significant impact in your community. Immediate start required.

Benefits

Holiday benefits

Pension

Adecco Benefits

Qualifications

• Strong analytical capabilities to navigate complex financial data.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with various stakeholders.
• Proven track record of leading projects and supervising team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budget preparation and monitoring processes.
• Contribute to the production of the Statement of Accounts.
• Provide expert advice and support to officers at all levels.
• Work alongside the Project Delivery team on various initiatives.

Skills

Public Sector Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Proficiency

Leadership Experience

Education

Qualified CCAB Accountant

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our clients as a Senior Finance Manager!

Are you a dynamic finance professional looking to make a significant impact? We are seeking a talented Senior Finance Manager for a temporary position with an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional services to its community. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic and transformational projects while ensuring financial compliance and excellence.

Location: Clacton on Sea

Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)

Pay Rate: £36.87ph + Holiday, Pension and Adecco Benefits

Hours: Full‑Time, 37 Hours per Week

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role:

As a Senior Finance Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with statutory and legislative requirements while delivering a range of accountancy and finance‑related functions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Budget Management: Oversee budget preparation and monitoring processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organisational goals.
• Financial Reporting: Contribute to the production of the Statement of Accounts, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Advisory Support: Provide expert advice and support to officers at all levels, including Members, fostering informed decision‑making.
• Collaboration: Work alongside our Project Delivery team on exciting initiatives in regeneration, housing, economic development, and cultural projects.

About You:

We are looking for a qualified CCAB Accountant (or currently studying towards it, preferably CIPFA) who possesses:

• Public Sector Knowledge: A solid understanding of public sector finance practises.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities to navigate complex financial data.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with various stakeholders.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, essential for efficient reporting and analysis.
• Leadership Experience: A proven track record of leading projects and supervising team members.

You will thrive in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrating professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to work under pressure. Your organisational skills and attention to detail will help you manage multiple workstreams effectively.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that shape the community and enhance local services.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a multidisciplinary team that values teamwork and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Gain experience in a dynamic role with opportunities for learning and development.

If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role as a Senior Finance Manager, we want to hear from you! Apply now and bring your expertise to our vibrant team.

Together, let's make a difference!

Note: This position is temporary and requires immediate availability. Only candidates who meet the qualifications will be contacted.

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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