6 government jobs found

Interim Opportunity | Local Government | Finance Transformation £450 to £600 per day Umbrella Are you an experienced local government finance professional with a passion for driving change and improving financial governance? We are recruiting for an experienced Finance Improvement Programme Manager to join a council delivering a significant Finance Improvement Programme as part of its wider recovery and improvement journey. Working closely with the Finance Improvement Programme Lead, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of transformational change across the finance function. The Role As part of a small, high-performing project team, you will provide expert finance support to help deliver key programme objectives and strengthen financial management across the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Finance Improvement Programme Lead and wider finance team in delivering programme workstreams and agreed improvements. Providing finance subject...

DV Cleared Security Architect £700-£800 per day | Outside IR35 | Long-Term Contract | Hampshire (Full-Time Onsite) We are looking for an experienced DV Cleared Security Architect to join a highly classified defence programme, delivering security architecture across complex secure infrastructure, networks and mission-critical platforms. This is an opportunity to work on a long-term programme at the heart of UK national security, helping to design, assure and accredit secure environments that support critical operational capabilities. The Role As the Security Architect, you will be responsible for defining and assuring security architectures across highly secure IT and network environments. Working alongside infrastructure, network and systems engineering teams, you will ensure solutions are secure by design and compliant with MOD and NCSC security standards. You'll play a key role in security assurance, risk management and accreditation activities throughout the project...

Role title: Senior Finance Officer (Housing Revenue Account) Location: Hybrid, London Borough of Harrow Forward Drive, Harrow, HA3 8NT Contract: 6 months Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella) About the Role: London Borough of Harrow is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Officer to provide expert financial analysis and business partnering support to the Council's Housing Revenue Account (HRA). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the financial sustainability of housing services while supporting strategic decision-making that directly impacts tenants and the Council's long-term housing delivery objectives. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial advice, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and supporting the effective management of housing income streams, including rent and service charge setting. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert financial analysis and business...

Opus People Solutions are hiring for a Project Systems Accountant within a Local Authority client based in Essex. The role is 37 hours per week, offering hybrid working (2-3 days on-site per week), and £35-£45 per hour Umbrella (dependent on experience), with a contract length of 9-12 months. Please see a high-level overview of what the position involves below: • Lead on financial systems projects, upgrades and ongoing development of the Council's corporate financial management systems. • Support and monitor key finance projects, providing regular updates on progress and outcomes. • Act as a specialist advisor on financial systems, ensuring robust processes, controls and reporting. • Manage system configuration, user access, testing, training and stakeholder engagement across the organisation. • Work closely with Finance and ICT teams to deliver system improvements and resolve technical issues. • Support budget monitoring, year-end processes, reconciliations and financial...

Job Title: Systems and Reporting Lead Location: Birmingham Salary: £19,792 - £22,919 per annum pro rata of £48,822 - £56,535 per annum Job type: 15 Hours Per Week (0.40 FTE), Fixed Term - 2 years UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. The Role: The Finance team is seeking a Systems and Reporting Lead to help maximise the effective use of the Agresso (Unit4 Business World) financial system. As the main point of contact for system functionality, you will provide expert guidance, support, and drive continuous improvement. The University is currently transitioning its Finance system to the Cloud and progressing an ambitious programme of systems and process development to enhance efficiency and user experience. About the Role: The successful candidate will be proactive, organised, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential. You will...

Job Opportunity – Interim Finance Business Partner (Children's Social Care) * Location: 100% Remote (35 Days Per Week) * Salary: DOE * Contract: Interim * Start Date: ASAP * Contract Length: 6 Months+ Key Responsibilities: · Lead finance support for Children’s Social Care and related services (including safeguarding, placements, and early help) · Oversee budget setting, forecasting, and in-year financial monitoring · Provide detailed financial analysis on high-cost placements and demand trends · Support the management of DSG (Dedicated Schools Grant) and schools funding where applicable · Identify and manage financial risks, pressures, and savings opportunities · Work closely with Directors, Heads of Service, and budget holders to provide financial advice and challenge · Contribute to the Medium-Term Financial Plan (MTFP) and financial strategy · Support service transformation and efficiency programmes Successful candidates: · Fully CCAB qualified or...