Location
London Borough of Croydon

Hours
36 hours per week

Salary
Grade 17 £68,571 - £71,055 per annum plus fantastic benefits

About the Role
Croydon Council has faced significant financial challenges in recent years. Despite this, the Government has recognised our strong progress, supported by an Executive Mayor, Cabinet, Chief Executive and Corporate Management Team all committed to putting Croydon's people first.

This is an exciting time to join Croydon as we transition from recovery and improvement phases to a transformational phase aimed at achieving financial sustainability.

As Finance Manager, you will support the Director of Finance (Deputy S151 Officer) and Head of Strategic Finance, deputising when required. You will have finance business partner responsibility for overseeing financial planning, monitoring, and coordination of both revenue and capital finance arrangements. Additionally, you will lead a team comprising two Principal Accountants and an Accountant.

Croydon is a vibrant and diverse borough, playing a vital role in London's growth story. This role offers a rare opportunity to make a genuine impact and help shape the future of one of London’s most exciting communities.

Our priorities include balancing the Council’s books, listening to residents, delivering sustainable services, strengthening partnerships, embedding good governance, and developing a diverse and capable workforce.

We are committed to equal opportunities and flexible working arrangements, supporting hybrid working where staff split their time between the workplace and remote locations.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check if required by the role.

Experience
Proven experience managing key financial processes including budgeting, monitoring, closing of accounts, and completion of grant and statistical returns, particularly for the Dedicated Schools Grant and Education General Fund services. Experience working effectively as part of a professional team to deliver strong financial management advice to managers and schools is essential.

About you
You are a motivated and skilled finance professional with strong leadership capabilities. You demonstrate excellent communication and partnership skills, with a commitment to supporting Croydon’s diverse communities and working collaboratively across teams and organisations.

Qualifications
CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification is required, or extensive knowledge and experience of local government finance.