Senior Finance Officer - Council

Spinwell Global; Enfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Senior Finance Officer in Enfield to assist the Finance Manager and support budget processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in local authority finance, excellent communication skills, and the capability to provide expert advice across various departments. This permanent position offers a salary between £42,771 and £45,750 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience of leading change / efficiency initiatives.
• Delivering high-quality services in a finance related role.
• Excellent communication skills with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance Manager in delivering high-quality finance support.
• Support budget setting, monitoring, and year-end processes.
• Provide technical advice to schools and decision-makers.

Skills

Leading change / efficiency initiatives

Working in a finance role in local authority

Excellent communication skills

Excellent IT/technical skills

Proactive development of skills

Highly numerate and literate

Job description

Senior Finance Officer REF 1594420
£42,771 to £45,750 per annum
Enfield
Permanent

Spinwell is recruiting for a Senior Finance Officer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER

• Assist the Finance Manager in delivering high-quality, flexible, and professional finance support to service departments.
• Support the business partnering team in revenue budget setting, monitoring, and year-end processes, including complex reconciliations and grant monitoring.
• Provide expert technical advice to schools, budget holders, and officers to aid decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with Internal Financing Reporting Standards and CIPFA’s Code of Practice for Local Government Accounting.
• Proactively seek opportunities to enhance the financial support provided to the Council and schools.
• Collaborate with internal departments and schools to resolve queries effectively.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER

• Experience of leading change / efficiency initiatives
• Working within a finance related role in a local authority environment delivering high quality services
• Excellent communication skills and experience including working with senior stakeholders
• Excellent IT/technical skills, knowledge
• Proactive development of skills and knowledge
• Highly numerate and literate

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