8 government jobs found

Interim Finance Manager (HRA) Our Client, a leading organisation within the public sector, is seeking a highly skilled and Interim Finance Manager specialising in Housing Revenue Accounts (HRA). This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a key financial leadership role during a crucial period of organisational development. Role Overview This position has arisen as part of a strategic initiative to strengthen financial oversight and optimise Housing Revenue Account management. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategies, ensuring compliance, and supporting organisational sustainability. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact within a high-profile project, this could be the role for you. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the financial management of Housing Revenue Accounts, ensuring effective control and reporting. Develop, implement, and review financial policies, procedures, and strategies aligned with organisational...

Senior Fraud Investigator Salary: £22.21 per hour PAYE or £28.07 per hour Umbrella Location: Hertford, Hertfordshire (hybrid working, monthly office meetings required) Contract: 6 Months initially Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and accredited Counter Fraud Specialist/Investigator with substantial experience in local authority work, particularly tenancy and housing fraud. The successful candidate will be able to: * Take on a live caseload immediately * Develop and maintain strong relationships across housing service teams * Use the INCASE365 Case Management System efficiently * Conduct a full range of investigative activities, including preparing summary reports for housing service decisions and compiling files for civil and criminal proceedings You will be a key member of the Volume Investigation Team, supporting and developing junior officers, and contributing to team leadership. This is a hybrid role with flexible working hours, allowing work from home...

Finance Business Partner – Education / High Needs (SEND) Rate: 450.00 - 650.00 Contract: ASAP – 28 August 2026 Hours: 37 per week (full time) Working pattern: Hybrid – 2 days per month in the office We are recruiting an experienced Finance Business Partner with strong Education finance expertise and in-depth knowledge of Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) regulations, specifically High Needs / SEND funding. This is a senior technical role supporting complex service budgets and strategic financial decision-making. Key Responsibilities * Support delivery of the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) * Provide strategic financial insight and challenge to senior stakeholders * Lead revenue monitoring, forecasting and reporting * Maintain oversight of financial risks, pressures and opportunities * Provide assurance on financial accuracy and governance compliance * Support capital and revenue implications of service developments * Deputise where...

Business Partnering Accountant Rate: (phone number removed) per day Hours: 37 per week (full time) Working Pattern: Hybrid – required in Oxford office twice per month We are recruiting an experienced Business Partnering Accountant to support complex service areas with high-quality financial analysis, monitoring and decision support. This is a business-facing role requiring strong technical finance capability combined with the confidence to challenge and influence operational managers. Key Responsibilities * Support delivery of the Medium Term Financial Strategy * Revenue budget monitoring, forecasting and variance analysis * Provide financial insight to support decision-making * Support development of business cases and financial modelling * Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies and governance * Maintain cost centre structures and financial controls * Identify risks, pressures and opportunities across supported services...

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join a well‑established public sector organisation in Sheffield on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Supporting the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting to support operational and strategic decision‑making.This role will take ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting cycles, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting across service areas. You will also partner closely with operational teams to provide financial guidance, ensure robust cost control, and support value‑for‑money initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), confident in a business‑partnering environment, with experience in housing, ALMOs, local government, or other public‑sector settings being highly advantageous. Strong Excel skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to communicate complex financial information...

Fraud Analyst - Public Sector | 6‑Month Contract | Inside IR35 Location: London, Bristol or Manchester (Hybrid) Contract: 6 months Day Rate: £250 Inside IR35 We are partnering with a major UK public sector organisation and are looking for an experienced Fraud Analyst to join their team on a high profile programme of work. This role would suit a candidate with a strong background in fraud analysis or counter fraud investigation within government or regulated environments. Active SC Clearance is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Review, triage and analyse fraud alerts generated from live service data. Maintain fraud queues and workstreams, ensuring priorities are managed effectively. Identify trends, patterns and anomalies within datasets that may indicate fraudulent activity. Support investigations by providing accurate, timely analytical insights. Work efficiently in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment. Manage and prioritise your workload to meet tight deadlines....

Position: ICFR and Fraud Risk Associate Location: Chertsey Salary: On Application Duration: Ongoing Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm Overview of a ICFR and Fraud Risk Associate As an ICFR and Fraud Risk Associate, you will sit within the Tax and Financial Control team, supporting the delivery of Korea Sarbanes-Oxley (K-SOX) compliance and fraud risk management activities. Reporting to the Fraud and ICFR Senior Manager, you will play a key role in strengthening internal controls, supporting audit processes, and enhancing fraud prevention frameworks across the organisation. Responsibilities of a ICFR and Fraud Risk Associate * Support end-to-end ICFR and K-SOX compliance processes, including control walkthroughs and testing. * Coordinate with internal and external auditors, supporting audit activities such as sample selection, evidence collection, and remediation tracking. * Monitor and report on control deficiencies, partnering with process owners to implement...

I'm partnering with a large, commercially focused public sector organisation to appoint an Interim Finance Director who will play a pivotal leadership role during a period of growth, modernisation, and financial strengthening. This is an exceptional opportunity for a finance leader who can operate confidently at executive level, while driving both financial stability and commercial performance across a diverse traded services portfolio. The role will be for 6 Months at least and paying £850 p/day+ The Role As Finance Director, you'll lead the full breadth of financial strategy, governance, and performance for a multi‑entity group delivering a mix of commercial services and essential public functions. You'll shape long term financial strategy, ensure regulatory and audit compliance, provide trusted insight to the Group MD and Board, and develop a high performing finance team. You will be a key voice in executive decision making, bringing financial discipline, challenge, and...