Strategic Financial Advisor, 'Rochdale'

I am working with a Local Authority based in Rochdale who are looking for an experienced Strategic Financial Advisor to cover a period of sick leave. The role is full time, to start ASAP and paying £21.60 PAYE or £27.00 umbrella per hour. The role is in scope of IR35. The role To assist the Head of Finance/Deputy Chief Finance Officer to ensure delivery of an efficient and effective Finance Service. To be responsible for the preparation of an annual team service plan and have responsibility for the delivery of the agreed plans relating to the postholder's areas of responsibility and manage the delivery of those for team members To contribute to the wider Service Plan for Finance Services. To lead from a finance perspective on the delivery of specific service and/or corporate initiatives, developments and projects as required. To be responsible for leading, motivating, development and management of staff in the team, including communication, motivation, effective team working, performance management, employee development and training, recruitment and induction. Coaching techniques to be deployed as appropriate. To identify and manage risk relating to the postholder's responsibilities and to utilise a risk based approach in relation to the tasks of self and the team. Develop and sustain effective and appropriate relationships to facilitate staff and client satisfaction and achieve the objectives of Finance Services. To take responsibility for cross service areas which support the effective management of the Service as a whole. To advise and relevant stakeholders on strategic finance issues.Qualifications Full CIPFA qualification or equivalent qualification recognised by CCAB. Please only apply for this role if you have all the skills, knowledge and experience to carry out the role above. As the role is to start urgently please only apply of you are immediately available for work. Thank you Your expert recruitment consultant is Charlotte Townend, call today on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy