Job Description

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