Finance Lead

Kenton Black Finance is supporting a public sector client in recruiting a new Finance Manager. This growing organization, with a strong reputation within the local community, is committed to developing its services with a focus on its people.

Key Benefits/Rewards:

• Full-time role, 37 hours per week
• LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme) with 17%+ employer contribution
• Healthcare and wellbeing benefits including eye tests, flu jabs, counselling, online GP, and physiotherapy
• Discount schemes for travel and childcare
• Ongoing professional development

Your Role as Finance Manager:

• Line management of a small accounts team, providing training and support
• Production of monthly management accounts
• Preparation and monitoring of budgets
• Liaison with external stakeholders, including auditors
• Providing financial advice and support to budget holders
• Maintaining rolling financial forecasts and highlighting changes
• Overseeing and authorizing POs and invoices
• Ensuring VAT compliance
• Reviewing and developing systems and processes

Experience & Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar finance role, with staff supervision or management responsibilities. Strong communication and business partnering skills are essential, as the role involves cross-functional communication with non-finance teams.

This vacancy is managed by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.