Senior Finance Officer

Senior Finance Officers (2 Posts)

Corporate and Children's Services Finance Teams

About Us

We are looking for motivated and talented individuals to join our Finance Team. Reporting to the Senior Accountants, you will become part of a supportive and professional team that play a vital role in delivering high-quality financial services across the Council.

About the Roles

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance career within local government. The successful candidates will play a key role in providing accurate, insightful and robust financial information that supports the Council's statutory responsibilities and critical business functions.

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff to share this commitment.

You'll be involved in a wide range of financial activities, including budget setting, budget monitoring, forecasting and the year-end closure of accounts, working closely with colleagues across Services.

Key Responsibilities

In these varied and rewarding roles, you will:

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across the Council.
• Attend meetings with relevant stakeholders, sharing both written and verbal financial insights tailored to each audience.
• Assist the Head of Service and Senior Accountant in delivering a high-quality and efficient finance service.
• Offer financial advice, training, and guidance to stakeholders throughout the Council.
• Prepare, examine, and verify financial records to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with Services to enhance forecasting and understand significant cost factors.
• Assist with the closure of accounts, including preparing accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
• Support transformation and improvement initiatives within the service.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals with strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate financial information clearly and confidently. Join us and help shape the financial future of Council Services while developing your own career in a supportive and forward-thinking finance team. If you enjoy solving problems, building relationships and making a real difference through effective financial management, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply please complete the on-line application form. We recommend using the role profile person specification criteria as headings within your application form and then provide examples to evidence your experience and skills.

Please ensure you include details of any relevant qualifications specified within the person specification, if applicable to you.

The closing date for application is Sunday,3rd January 2027.

The shortlisting process is planned for the following week with interviews arranged for week commencing the 14th January 2027.

Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role.

Want to Know More?

For an informal discussion about the roles, please contact:-

Danny O’Malley Children Services Finance on 01706 924730 danny.omalley@rochdale.gov.uk

Or

Devante Olojo Corporate Services Finance on 01706 927339 devante.olojo@rochdale.gov.uk

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