Strategic Finance Leader — Projects & Commercial

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Strategic Finance Manager (Projects & Commercial) to lead and develop financial strategies. The successful candidate will manage a team, advise on major projects, and ensure financial sustainability. Responsibilities include change management and developing relationships with Elected Members and senior management. This role offers a chance to shape the financial future of the Council while fostering continuous improvement and delivering critical initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing financial teams.
• Ability to advise on complex financial projects.
• Proven record of compliance with governance policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team providing specialist financial functions.
• Advise on capital initiatives across the Council.
• Ensure compliance with information governance policies.
• Develop working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Financial analysis

Relationship building

Education

Professional accounting qualification

Degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Financial management systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Strategic Finance Manager (Projects & Commercial) to lead and develop financial strategies. The successful candidate will manage a team, advise on major projects, and ensure financial sustainability. Responsibilities include change management and developing relationships with Elected Members and senior management. This role offers a chance to shape the financial future of the Council while fostering continuous improvement and delivering critical initiatives.