An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Finance Analyst to join a forward-thinking local authority, providing strategic financial support across housing-related services. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders, delivering financial insight, long-term planning, and robust financial governance.

Key Details:

• Location: Brent, HA9
• Day Rate: £550 per day (Umbrella)
• Working Pattern: Full-time, Hybrid Working
• Contract Duration: Initial 3-month contract
• Start Date: ASAP
• Qualification Required: CCAB Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA)

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead the financial management of the company’s capital programme, ensuring accurate monitoring, forecasting, and reporting.
• Conduct formal investment appraisals to assess the financial viability of future development opportunities.
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and the company boards.
• Take ownership of liquidity and funding, including exploring and negotiating borrowing, grants, and capital receipts while ensuring robust risk management.
• Develop financial models and projections, including the 30-year business plan, to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with relevant statutory financial reporting standards and lead on capital-related audit queries while ensuring strong internal controls.
• Identify areas for cost-saving and efficiency improvements within the companies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in financial management and analysis within housing, local authority finance, or a similar public sector environment.
• Strong ability to conduct investment appraisals and develop financial models.
• Excellent strategic thinking and the ability to provide high-level financial advice.
• Experience in managing liquidity, funding, and risk.
• Knowledge of statutory financial reporting standards and strong audit skills.
• Ability to lead and manage a team, promoting good financial management practices.

Benefits:

• Competitive day rate.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Involvement in significant projects with social impact.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

HOW TO APPLY?

If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV.