Strategic Finance Manager | Budget & Forecasting Lead

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead budget monitoring and deliver high-quality financial services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management and excel in a collaborative, dynamic environment. This role involves overseeing treasury management, forecasting, and supporting strategic decision-making. Candidates with a forward-thinking approach and excellent analytical skills are encouraged to apply for this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial management with a focus on budget monitoring.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and treasury management.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budget monitoring for capital and revenue.
• Oversee treasury and collection fund monitoring.
• Provide robust forecasting and strengthen financial controls.
• Support preparation of the statement of accounts.

Skills

Financial management

Budget monitoring

Financial forecasting

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

A local authority council in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead budget monitoring and deliver high-quality financial services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management and excel in a collaborative, dynamic environment. This role involves overseeing treasury management, forecasting, and supporting strategic decision-making. Candidates with a forward-thinking approach and excellent analytical skills are encouraged to apply for this pivotal role.