Interim Transactional Finance Team Manager (EXPIRED)
Salary
Annual
Transactional Finance Team Manager Location: Council Offices, LE67 3FJ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay rate: £ 26.00 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Responsibilities
- Lead the Council s finance function, managing the transactional finance team responsible for end-to-end processes, including Income and Banking, Debtors, Creditors, Procure to Pay, Suspense Accounts, and Reconciliation.
- Ensure efficient service provision that meets customer needs and key performance indicators, while complying with national legislation and council policies.
- Provide leadership and management within the transactional financial services team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Drive financial excellence by optimizing processes and contributing to the council's strategic goals.
- Set and negotiate stretch targets, regularly reviewing performance to ensure efficient processes that support the finance service.
- Implement and oversee a robust financial management system with strong internal controls.
- Promote a culture of financial health and support value-for-money services, reporting on benchmark information and key cost drivers.
- Ensure all transactions align with month-end timetables and reporting requirements, maintaining data integrity and accuracy.
- Develop and deliver services with standard documentation, processes, and procedures.
- Ensure reporting against KPIs and Critical Success factors is up to date, with targets reviewed quarterly.
- Contribute to organizational development to ensure compliance with financial standards and provide necessary training and support.
- Identify areas for continuous improvement and implement solutions.
- Demonstrable experience in managing a team effectively.
- Strong interpersonal, networking, influencing, and negotiation skills to foster relationships and partnerships.
- Extensive knowledge of financial management within local government, including the use of financial management systems and providing timely financial information and advice.