Service Care Solutions are working alongside a Local Authority in Cheshire who are looking for a motivated and dynamic Corporate Finance Advisor to join their team on a temporary contract. Please find a description of the role below. Role: Corporate Finance AdvisorLocation: CheshireWorking: Hybrid (1 day in office per week) 37 Hours per weekSalary: 33.18- 36.45 per hour (PAYE exc.) to 37.45 - 41.31 per hour (umbrella) (based on experience qualifications and interview performance) Contract: 3 months on going The role involves leading strategic financial services for the local authority, ensuring compliance with financial standards and regulations, and developing the Medium-Term Financial Strategy. Collaboration with service directors and stakeholders is essential to align financial strategies with business objectives, providing analysis and recommendations to inform decision-making. Main responsibilities:

• Provide guidance to the Chief Finance Officer on the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, statutory duties, and lead the preparation of balanced annual budgets and financial reports.
• Oversee the Reserves Strategy, Capital Strategy, Treasury Management Strategy, and ensure effective financial governance, risk management, and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Lead the preparation of the annual Statement of Accounts, manage technical accounting advisory services, and liaise with external auditors and agencies.
• Develop and implement Finance Procedures, provide advice on financial delegation, and support senior management in budget management and forecasting.
• Manage and motivate the finance team, promote financial systems, ensure staff development, and foster a culture of accountability, governance, and continuous improvement.

If you are interested in the role, or know anyone who may be, please contact Marc at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). Service Care Solutions also offers a 250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive 250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed. If you have any questions or queries, please don't not hesitate to ask.