5-6 months contract with a local authority

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.

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.

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.

CCAB-qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with current professional membership.
Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience.

The role closes soon, apply ASAP.