This role will be to provide interim cover for vacant Finance Manager post covering Schools Finance and all aspects of Dedicated Schools Grant including High Needs/SEND budget monitoring & projections, Early Years funding & modelling and schools in deficit.

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.

If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.