Civic Recruitment Limited
Senior Financial Planning Manager
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5-6 months contract with a local authority
Rate: £600-700/day Umbrella
Summary
This role involves leading and executing the strategic financial planning function for a local authority on a 5-6 month contract, with a daily rate of £600-700 via Umbrella. The primary focus is on the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS), annual budget processes, and long-term financial sustainability plans. The successful candidate will provide expert financial guidance, challenge, and support to senior leaders, budget holders, and elected Members, ensuring informed decision-making and robust financial governance in a complex local government setting.
Responsibilities
- Spearhead the creation, maintenance, and execution of the Council's Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS), ensuring it aligns with corporate priorities and statutory obligations.
- Conduct comprehensive financial modeling, scenario planning, funding analysis, and long-term financial forecasting to aid strategic decisions.
- Evaluate and oversee the Council's financial sustainability, identifying potential risks, opportunities, and funding challenges.
- Coordinate and manage the annual revenue and capital budget-setting process in collaboration with Directors, Heads of Service, and budget managers.
- Ensure budget proposals are sound, financially viable, and aligned with strategic goals.
- Provide continuous oversight of financial forecasts and budget performance throughout the fiscal year.
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Essential Experience
- Extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, and management within a local authority or similar public sector entity.
- Proven track record in developing, implementing, and monitoring Medium-Term Financial Strategies (MTFS).
- Demonstrated experience in leading annual revenue and capital budget-setting processes.
- Strong background in offering strategic financial advice and challenges to senior officers, budget holders, and elected Members.
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Essential Qualifications
- CCAB-qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with current professional membership.
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 37 hours per week
- Location: County Hall, Chichester
- Working arrangements: Hybrid, with an estimated two days in the office per week
- Hours: 9.00 am to 5.30 pm
- Payment schedule: Bi-weekly
- The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
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