Finance Manager - 6 Month Contract
Location: Braintree
£450/day DOE
We're working in partnership with Braintree District Council to find an experienced Finance Manager to join the team on a 6-month temporary contract.
This is a key role supporting senior managers across the council - offering high-quality financial insight, driving strategic decision-making, and ensuring best practice throughout. It's a hands-on opportunity where you'll add real value from day one.
What you'll be doing:
* Delivering clear, actionable financial advice to service managers and senior leaders.
* Preparing and monitoring budgets, forecasting, and supporting the closure of accounts.
* Challenging assumptions, driving efficiencies, and contributing to long-term financial planning.
* Supporting corporate and service-based projects with robust financial analysis.
* Leading on statutory returns and providing financial insight across departments.
* Acting as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders - building relationships and influencing at all levels.
What we're looking for:
* Fully qualified (CCAB or equivalent) - or someone with significant experience in a similar role.
* A solid background in local government or wider public sector finance.
* Strong knowledge of CIPFA Codes of Practice and local authority accounting principles.
* Confident advising on complex financial matters and leading on key projects.
* Comfortable working under pressure, juggling priorities, and hitting tight deadlines.
* Advanced Excel and modelling skills, with excellent working knowledge of financial systems.
* Someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking finance function.
If you are interested in the above please APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.
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