Castlefield Recruitment are currently working with a South-West based Local Authority who are looking to identify a Finance Manager – Capital. The role offers flexible, remote working and is for an initial 3–6-month period.

Key responsibilities include;

• Leading on the creation, coordination, and development of annual capital budget, including the implementation of a sound and robust financing plan
• Attending budget holder meetings as required throughout the year
• Provide financial advice, challenge and support to Head of Service and budget managers to enable them to produce a regular, realistic budget monitoring forecast
• Responsible for budget monitoring and setting
• Building and maintaining key relationships with budget holders and service heads
• Reviewing grant claims and other external income, ensuring it is correctly applied, timely and sufficient to fund the scheme

The person;

• Qualified Accountant
• Local Government Finance experience is desirable