Finance Manager

Finance Manager - Capital & Balance Sheet 
South East London/Hybrid
£600 per day (umbrella)

A Local Authority in South East London is looking for an experienced and qualified Finance Manager to lead and manage capital and balance sheet functions. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial records, as well as shaping the capital strategy to support the authority’s medium-term financial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate production of revenue and capital accounting entries, underpinning the Statement of Accounts
• Lead on the production of the Statement of Accounts, Group Accounts, and other related statutory returns
• Provide expert financial advice and statutory guidance, particularly in the areas of taxation and VAT
• Support and coordinate the development of capital strategy as part of the medium-term financial strategy, including policy and practice formulation across the Council
• Prepare high-level capital monitoring reports aligned with the established timetable
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager, Treasury & Pensions to develop a Treasury Strategy reflecting the Council’s capital spending plans and cashflow forecasting

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Holds a CCAB qualification (mandatory)
• Extensive knowledge of accounting requirements related to capital and revenue expenditure, with a strategic understanding of local government finance
• Strong grasp of accounting principles and standards, statutory requirements, and codes of practice
• Experience with the local government finance framework, including year-end account production
• Familiarity with current issues impacting local government and the national policy context for authorities
• Proven track record of presenting to Member Committees and/or attending corporate or board meetings