Strategic Finance Manager – Local Government Budget

Morgan Law; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local government consultancy based in Gloucester is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to manage financial and management accounting services. The role includes ensuring timely financial monitoring, managing budgets, and supporting junior staff. Candidates must be CCAB qualified with experience in local government finance. Salary is circa £57,000, with some presence required in Bristol.

Qualifications

• CCAB qualified accountant with experience in local government finance.
• Proven ability to resolve complex financial issues.
• Experience with budget preparation and financial modelling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and produce in-year financial monitoring reports.
• Lead on collation of detailed revenue budgets.
• Manage resource allocation and junior staff development.
• Collaborate with Business Partners on financial policies.

Skills

Local government finance

Budget preparation

Financial modelling

Team management

Education

CCAB qualified accountant

Job description

A leading local government consultancy based in Gloucester is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to manage financial and management accounting services. The role includes ensuring timely financial monitoring, managing budgets, and supporting junior staff. Candidates must be CCAB qualified with experience in local government finance. Salary is circa £57,000, with some presence required in Bristol.