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Interim Corporate Financial Advisor

Ref: E Cheshire 5277380
Location: Cheshire – HYBRID

Contract Type: Temporary (3–4 months)

Rate: £33.18 per hour PAYE (rate negotiable for exceptional candidates, please state your pay expectations)

Location / Working Pattern: Cheshire Hybrid (initial induction onsite, then 2–3 days/month

To apply for this role, you must be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB – e.g., CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with significant experience in strategic and technical corporate finance, and in particular a strong track record in local authority capital accounting

Are you an experienced financial professional with a strong background in local authority finance? We are seeking an Interim Corporate Financial Advisor to join a Strategic Finance and Accounting Team. This senior role provides essential capacity to deliver core financial functions including budget setting, statutory accounts, capital programme oversight, and treasury strategy.



Key Accountabilities:

Strategic Support: Provide expert financial guidance to the Chief Finance Officer, particularly in managing the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) and statutory obligations.
Capital and Reserves Leadership: Lead annual reviews of the Council’s Capital and Reserves Strategies, ensuring robustness and alignment with risk assessments.
Technical Advisory: Advise on complex areas including capital financing, VAT, tax, pensions, and leasing, ensuring compliance with statutory and professional standards.
Treasury Management: Lead development of the Treasury Management Strategy and manage investments, borrowing, cashflow, and banking arrangements.
Policy and Risk: Contribute to financial controls, appraisal of capital projects, and risk frameworks across the Council’s finance activities.



Key Criteria:

Qualifications:

Fully qualified accountant (CCAB – e.g., CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)


Experience:

Significant experience in strategic and technical corporate finance
Deep understanding of local authority finance and governance
Strong track record in capital accounting (highest priority)


Knowledge:

Up-to-date with UK financial legislation, public sector accounting standards, and statutory reporting requirements
Familiarity with council service operations and their financial impact


Skills:

Advanced IT literacy and strong analytical capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills





How to Apply

Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application.
Submit your CV in Word format.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—early submission is recommended.



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Job Ref: E Cheshire 5277380


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