Finance Manager (HRA)

My client the London Borough of Islington is looking to recruit a Finance Manager on a permanent contract. If interested in the below role, please send your CV and also a Cover Letter to Jahker at Coyle Personnel Ltd. Key Responsibilities/Overview: * Strategic Advisory * Inform a strategic vision for the future development of the service that enables the council to meet its future challenges, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. * Contribute towards the development and implementation of the council’s financial strategy, fundamentally ensuring sustainability both in-year and over the medium term. * Work closely with all stakeholders to ensure best use of limited financial resources, providing the strategic financial advice, insight, intelligence and support needed. Continually review, update and report on financial risks and opportunities, advising how the risks can be mitigated and the opportunities exploited. * Proactively identify trends and changes in the operating environment (e.g., legislation, technology, policy, etc.) that could financially impact service delivery; provide advice and collaborate on potential solutions. * Draw on knowledge of council services and the related financial complexities, to ensure the provision of systems and procedures that enable effective budgetary control; ensure that variations and emerging financial pressures are drawn to the attention of budget managers, with options and plans for their resolution. * Advise Assistant Directors and Strategic Finance Managers on funding, financial management and accounting requirements. * Promote a culture which empowers budget holders and supports the delivery of value for money services and knowledge of key cost drivers. Prepare and present informative, high-quality reports to senior stakeholders that aid in informed service and corporate decision making. Advise on investment and funding strategies including investment risk and performance. * Ensure members of the team, directors and budget holders receive the financial management training required to be effective in their roles, including awareness of Financial Regulations and financial approval requirements prior to taking decisions. The above is a brief overview of the role advertsied, a detailed specification will be provided should you be shortlisted for an interview a more detailed specification will be provided to you