Finance Manager public sector - Reed : Job Details

• Location: Bexleyheath
• Job Type: Temporary (Hybrid)
• Salary: £434.61/day PAYE or £600/day LTD/UMB
• Ongoing booking

We are seeking a Finance Manager specialised in Capital and Balance Sheet management for a temporary position based in Bexleyheath. This role is essential for ensuring that revenue and capital accounting entries underpinning the Statement of Accounts are produced accurately and in compliance with relevant legislative requirements and professional codes of practice.

• Produce accurate and timely revenue and capital accounting entries that support the Statement of Accounts.
• Lead the production of the Statement of Accounts, Group Accounts, and other related statutory returns.
• Provide expert financial advice and manage statutory returns relating to taxation and VAT.
• Support and coordinate the development of capital strategy as part of the medium-term financial strategy.
• Formulate policies and practices across the nominated Council(s).
• Produce high-level capital monitoring reports according to the established timetable.
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager, Treasury & Pensions to develop a Treasury Strategy that aligns with the Council’s capital spending plans and cash flow forecasting.

• Extensive experience in finance management, specifically in capital and balance sheet management.

• Relevant CCAB professional accountancy qualification

• Thorough understanding of accounting requirements and practical knowledge relevant to public sector finance.
• Ability to produce and manage statutory financial documents and returns.
• Strong organisational skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration and advisory roles.

• Competitive daily rate.
• Hybrid working flexibility.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic team in the public sector.