Strategic Finance Manager
Adecco are recruiting on behalf of the a Local Authority for an experienced Strategic Finance Manager to join their Finance Service.
Barking Town Hall, Barking
£69,984 - £76,005 per annum
35 hours per week
Hybrid Working - 3 days office based
Permanent
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to play a key role in shaping the Council's long-term financial strategy, supporting major transformation programmes, and ensuring sound financial governance across a large and complex organisation.
The Role
As Strategic Finance Manager, you will provide strategic financial leadership and expert advice to senior stakeholders, helping to drive informed decision-making, financial sustainability, and value for money across Council services. You will lead financial planning, reporting, compliance, and performance management activities while supporting corporate priorities and service transformation initiatives.
- Leading the development and implementation of financial strategies aligned to the Council's objectives.
- Providing strategic financial advice to Directors, Heads of Service, and elected Members.
- Overseeing budget setting, medium-term financial planning, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Leading annual accounts closure processes and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and legislation.
- Delivering financial modelling, business cases, option appraisals, and investment analysis.
- Identifying financial risks and developing appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Supporting transformation, commercial, and income generation initiatives.
- Managing and developing a high-performing finance team.
- Driving continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice across financial management processes.
About You
We are seeking a forward-thinking finance leader with strong local government finance experience and a passion for driving organisational improvement.
You will have:
- A recognised CCAB accounting qualification with at least two years post-qualification experience and membership of a professional accountancy body.
- Significant experience providing strategic financial support within a large, complex organisation, ideally within local government.
- Strong knowledge of local authority accounting, financial reporting, budget management, and regulatory requirements.
- Proven experience of financial planning, budget monitoring, year-end accounts closure, and delivering successful audit outcomes.
- Advanced financial modelling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing and developing finance teams.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- A track record of driving innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Strategic Finance Manager employer: Adecco
Our client in Worthing is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and individual contributions. With competitive pay and flexible hours, employees enjoy a balanced work-life dynamic while having access to growth opportunities within the manufacturing sector. This role as a Kitting Operative not only provides meaningful work but also allows you to be part of a respected organisation committed to excellence.
