Strategic Financial Planning Manager | MTFS & Dynamics 365

Liverpool City Council; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental body in Liverpool is seeking a Financial Planning Manager to lead financial planning activities and support the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365. The ideal candidate will have a background in local authority financial planning, strong project management skills, and a current CCAB or CIMA membership. This role offers extensive benefits including agile working, health programs, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

At least 27 days holiday

Agile working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Opportunities and training

Health and Wellbeing programs

Cycle to Work Scheme

Salary sacrifice car lease

Family friendly policies

Discounted Gym Memberships

Employee Volunteering Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial planning within a local authority setting.
• Strong understanding of local government funding frameworks.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and guidance during implementation.
• Develop and test financial processes and documentation.
• Ensure robust financial controls and full documentation.
• Maintain the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS).

Skills

Financial Planning

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Education

CCAB or CIMA membership

Job description

A local governmental body in Liverpool is seeking a Financial Planning Manager to lead financial planning activities and support the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365. The ideal candidate will have a background in local authority financial planning, strong project management skills, and a current CCAB or CIMA membership. This role offers extensive benefits including agile working, health programs, and opportunities for professional development.