3 government jobs found in Leicester

Role: Finance Team Manager Type: Interim Contract - MAT Cover Salary: £500 to £700 per day inside IR35 UMB (ideally) Hybrid: 1 to 2 days per week onsite (ideally) Location: Leicestershire We are working with a forward-thinking Local Authority seeking an experienced Finance Team Manager to lead a high-performing finance function within a busy and complex environment. This role will take responsibility for key areas of financial planning, budget setting, statutory reporting and capital finance, while providing strategic advice to senior stakeholders and supporting strong financial governance across the organisation. The responsibilities of the Finance Team Manager will be: Lead and manage the financial planning team, ensuring effective delivery of key finance outputs Oversee annual budget setting, Statement of Accounts and statutory reporting processes Provide high-quality financial advice to senior leaders and support strategic decision-making Lead on capital finance...

Finance Team Manager Location: Leicestershire Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £33.93 - £35.30 per hour umbrella / £30.39 - £31.59 PAYE Inclusive / £27.12 - £28.19 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Leicestershire for a Finance Team Manager to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will lead key financial functions, influence organisational decision-making, and help drive financial sustainability and value for money across the council. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of key financial functions including budget setting, statutory accounts, treasury management, capital accounting, insurance, and financial reporting. Provide strategic financial advice to senior leaders and elected members, supporting informed decision-making and long-term financial planning. Manage the production of the annual Statement of Accounts and oversee external audit...

Rate: £550 - £650/day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid Contract Length: 3-6 Months Initial Contract About the Role We are urgently seeking a strategic and operational leader to oversee the Revenues and Benefits service for our dynamic unitary authority. In this pivotal interim role, you will provide expert technical leadership, manage the Collection Fund, and ensure the seamless delivery of Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, and Local Council Tax Support. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and mentor a large multi-disciplinary team, driving performance, compliance, and financial stability across all service areas. Collection Fund Management: Take strategic ownership of billing, collection, and recovery activities for Council Tax and Business Rates. Benefits & Welfare: Oversee the prompt and accurate administration of Housing Benefits, LCTS, and discretionary hardship schemes, ensuring vital support reaches vulnerable residents. Financial...