Strategic Finance Manager: Systems & Controls (Hybrid)

Lorien; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic local authority is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial systems and controls. This key role involves managing complex financial systems, providing strategic advice, and overseeing treasury management. Candidates should be professionally qualified with strong skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a hybrid work environment based in Stoke-on-Trent.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in accounting, such as CCAB or CIPFA.
• Experience in managing financial systems and leading teams.
• Strong skills in treasury management, budgeting, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial systems management and development.
• Oversee treasury management and insurance services.
• Drive improvements in financial processes and digital transformation.
• Manage year-end accounts closure and statutory accounts production.
• Provide financial advice to senior management.

Skills

Financial systems management

Treasury management

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Advanced Excel

Communication

Education

CCAB/CIPFA/ACA or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A dynamic local authority is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial systems and controls. This key role involves managing complex financial systems, providing strategic advice, and overseeing treasury management. Candidates should be professionally qualified with strong skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a hybrid work environment based in Stoke-on-Trent.