The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with an excellent ability to analyse numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances. Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns. Assist the line manager, the Tax finance director and tax accountants in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities. Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC. Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms. Ensure that adequate controls are in place including those required by the Senior Accounting Officer regulations and keeping documentation and risk registers up to date. Provide assistance in other areas of tax as required e.g. VAT. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Experience in direct taxes. Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience in financial services. Experience in software tools such as SAP and ALFA. Professional qualification in tax e.g. ATT or CTA. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with an excellent ability to analyse numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances. Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns. Assist the line manager, the Tax finance director and tax accountants in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities. Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC. Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms. Ensure that adequate controls are in place including those required by the Senior Accounting Officer regulations and keeping documentation and risk registers up to date. Provide assistance in other areas of tax as required e.g. VAT. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Experience in direct taxes. Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience in financial services. Experience in software tools such as SAP and ALFA. Professional qualification in tax e.g. ATT or CTA. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Interim Cost Financial Controller job in Somerset Interim Cost Financial Controller Location: Taunton area (3 days a week in the office) Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Pay information: £24.54ph Type: Temporary - ASAP Start Sector: Public Sector Organisation About the Role: Hays are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Interim Cost Financial Controller to join our clients team. In this key role within this public sector organisation, you will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and other finance staff to deliver an effective financial management service across the organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing financial controls and reporting related to business costs below gross margin, aiding decision-making and financial planning. Key Responsibilities: Lead financial control and reporting processes for costs below gross margin, collaborating with managers to prepare realistic budgets and forecasts.Conduct thorough reviews of spending against budgets, providing analysis and support to enhance resource efficiency.Support the annual preparation of the Corporate Plan by working with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and senior managers to identify resource requirements.Play a pivotal role in the monthly calculation and posting of journals for accruals and prepayments, ensuring accurate financial reporting.Prepare and present financial management information, including monthly management accounts and performance reports.Mentor and support a management accountant in delivering the responsibilities of this role.Identify and highlight any corporate-level business risks to the ELT, ensuring proactive risk management strategies are in place. Ideal Candidate:Strong financial management expertise and the ability to provide insightful financial guidance.Excellent analytical skills with an eye for detail to challenge assumptions and drive efficiency.A proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver results.Experience in budget preparation, financial controls, and management reporting.Qualified in ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent)Experience with SAP and Excel Why Apply?Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment within the public sector.Contribute to the growth and development of a forward-thinking organisation.Engage in meaningful projects that support the organisation's strategic goals. #
Sep 05, 2025
Seasonal
Interim Cost Financial Controller job in Somerset Interim Cost Financial Controller Location: Taunton area (3 days a week in the office) Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Pay information: £24.54ph Type: Temporary - ASAP Start Sector: Public Sector Organisation About the Role: Hays are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Interim Cost Financial Controller to join our clients team. In this key role within this public sector organisation, you will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and other finance staff to deliver an effective financial management service across the organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing financial controls and reporting related to business costs below gross margin, aiding decision-making and financial planning. Key Responsibilities: Lead financial control and reporting processes for costs below gross margin, collaborating with managers to prepare realistic budgets and forecasts.Conduct thorough reviews of spending against budgets, providing analysis and support to enhance resource efficiency.Support the annual preparation of the Corporate Plan by working with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and senior managers to identify resource requirements.Play a pivotal role in the monthly calculation and posting of journals for accruals and prepayments, ensuring accurate financial reporting.Prepare and present financial management information, including monthly management accounts and performance reports.Mentor and support a management accountant in delivering the responsibilities of this role.Identify and highlight any corporate-level business risks to the ELT, ensuring proactive risk management strategies are in place. Ideal Candidate:Strong financial management expertise and the ability to provide insightful financial guidance.Excellent analytical skills with an eye for detail to challenge assumptions and drive efficiency.A proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver results.Experience in budget preparation, financial controls, and management reporting.Qualified in ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent)Experience with SAP and Excel Why Apply?Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment within the public sector.Contribute to the growth and development of a forward-thinking organisation.Engage in meaningful projects that support the organisation's strategic goals. #
Interim Finance Manager - Competitive Day Rate - Immediate Start - Hybrid Job Title: Temporary Finance ManagerLocation: Hybrid - 2 days per week office based in Gloucester Contract Type: Temporary (6 months) Competitive Day Rate Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Start Date: Immediately Selection Process: 4 hour working interview The client we're representing is a leading provider of integrated solutions, serving both commercial and residential clients. With a strong reputation for reliability and innovation, the company is entering a phase of strategic growth and operational enhancement. Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and experienced Finance Manager for a 6-month interim assignment who's willing to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in. This role will support the CFO in managing financial operations, reporting, and system optimisation, with a particular focus on the SimPro platform. The ideal candidate will be confident working in a hybrid environment and able to collaborate effectively across teams. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close. Deliver accurate and timely financial reports to the CFO and senior stakeholders. Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring financial stability and strategic planning. Optimise use of the SimPro system for financial tracking and reporting. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency. Support audit preparation and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Provide financial insights to support decision-making and business growth. Requirements Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar role, ideally within an SME or fast-paced environment. Strong working knowledge of SimPro software is essential. Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Sep 05, 2025
Seasonal
Interim Finance Manager - Competitive Day Rate - Immediate Start - Hybrid Job Title: Temporary Finance ManagerLocation: Hybrid - 2 days per week office based in Gloucester Contract Type: Temporary (6 months) Competitive Day Rate Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Start Date: Immediately Selection Process: 4 hour working interview The client we're representing is a leading provider of integrated solutions, serving both commercial and residential clients. With a strong reputation for reliability and innovation, the company is entering a phase of strategic growth and operational enhancement. Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and experienced Finance Manager for a 6-month interim assignment who's willing to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in. This role will support the CFO in managing financial operations, reporting, and system optimisation, with a particular focus on the SimPro platform. The ideal candidate will be confident working in a hybrid environment and able to collaborate effectively across teams. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close. Deliver accurate and timely financial reports to the CFO and senior stakeholders. Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring financial stability and strategic planning. Optimise use of the SimPro system for financial tracking and reporting. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency. Support audit preparation and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Provide financial insights to support decision-making and business growth. Requirements Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar role, ideally within an SME or fast-paced environment. Strong working knowledge of SimPro software is essential. Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Finance Officer (Fully Remote) a Local Authority in The North West who are looking to appoint a talented Finance Officer on an Interim basis are working with Spencer Clarke Group to find the right candidate. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-performing finance team during a critical period. What's on offer: Hourly rate: 21.65 - 27.72, inside IR35. negotiable based on experience please submit your CV with the rate you require Remote working 3-6 Months Initial Contract Contract type: Contract (37 hrs a week) Hours: 09:00 -17:00 About the role: Based in The North West (Fully Remote): Responsibilities: The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting audit-related work around fixed assets and leases, ensuring that all relevant information is accurate, compliant with statutory requirements, and available to auditors in a timely manner. In addition, the postholder will support the reconciliation of key control accounts, helping to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the Council's financial data. About you: You will have the following experience: The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work to tight deadlines. Prior experience in a local government finance environment is highly desirable, along with proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel. How to apply Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. About Spencer Clarke Group Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way. When you join us, you will receive: Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities Free DBS checks Post Placement Aftercare Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals INDSCGBR We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to 250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Brad on remembering to include your details as well. T's & C's apply.
Sep 05, 2025
Seasonal
Finance Officer (Fully Remote) a Local Authority in The North West who are looking to appoint a talented Finance Officer on an Interim basis are working with Spencer Clarke Group to find the right candidate. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-performing finance team during a critical period. What's on offer: Hourly rate: 21.65 - 27.72, inside IR35. negotiable based on experience please submit your CV with the rate you require Remote working 3-6 Months Initial Contract Contract type: Contract (37 hrs a week) Hours: 09:00 -17:00 About the role: Based in The North West (Fully Remote): Responsibilities: The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting audit-related work around fixed assets and leases, ensuring that all relevant information is accurate, compliant with statutory requirements, and available to auditors in a timely manner. In addition, the postholder will support the reconciliation of key control accounts, helping to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the Council's financial data. About you: You will have the following experience: The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work to tight deadlines. Prior experience in a local government finance environment is highly desirable, along with proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel. How to apply Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. About Spencer Clarke Group Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way. When you join us, you will receive: Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities Free DBS checks Post Placement Aftercare Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals INDSCGBR We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to 250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Brad on remembering to include your details as well. T's & C's apply.
We are currently recruiting an interim Communications Officer for a local authority in the Midlands (£300 - £400 a day via an umbrella company, 6 months & must be on site once a week). If you have all round comms experience, with exposure to local government or the finance sector, then this is the job for you. Stand out abilities: translate technical language experience of writing instructions acknowledge of local government lexicon and how they operate finance terminology and financial operations What we are looking for is someone who can: Act collaboratively, being part of a team, while delivering their workload on time to the required quality. This could include: o Iterating the communication plan for the Finance directorate o Engage in event planning o Work with a variety of stakeholders Able to work in a dynamic environment and meeting strict deadlines o Create, edit, and distribute regular newsletters, bulletins, and updates o Coordinate messaging across all internal channels ensuring consistency and clarity and alignment with the Finance Improvement and Recovery Programme o Produce high-quality written content for various internal audiences using clear English and non-management speak Be people focused and able to adapt to a variety of needs and styles to support successful delivery of the Finance Improvement Programme o Create visual content, workflows and infographics to support key messages and reinforce new ways of working, liaising with internal specialists where required o Align templates and style guides for directorate communications establishing consistent style, tone and brand with existing corporate collateral o Translate complex financial information into accessible communications that nudge behavioural change Meet the needs of a variety of stakeholders. This could include: o Reframing customer-facing letters to be benefit-led rather than process-focused, simplify terms and conditions into plain English that customers can easily understand o Develop supplier communications that clearly explain new procurement processes creating behavioural nudge materials to encourage supplier compliance
Sep 02, 2025
Contractor
We are currently recruiting an interim Communications Officer for a local authority in the Midlands (£300 - £400 a day via an umbrella company, 6 months & must be on site once a week). If you have all round comms experience, with exposure to local government or the finance sector, then this is the job for you. Stand out abilities: translate technical language experience of writing instructions acknowledge of local government lexicon and how they operate finance terminology and financial operations What we are looking for is someone who can: Act collaboratively, being part of a team, while delivering their workload on time to the required quality. This could include: o Iterating the communication plan for the Finance directorate o Engage in event planning o Work with a variety of stakeholders Able to work in a dynamic environment and meeting strict deadlines o Create, edit, and distribute regular newsletters, bulletins, and updates o Coordinate messaging across all internal channels ensuring consistency and clarity and alignment with the Finance Improvement and Recovery Programme o Produce high-quality written content for various internal audiences using clear English and non-management speak Be people focused and able to adapt to a variety of needs and styles to support successful delivery of the Finance Improvement Programme o Create visual content, workflows and infographics to support key messages and reinforce new ways of working, liaising with internal specialists where required o Align templates and style guides for directorate communications establishing consistent style, tone and brand with existing corporate collateral o Translate complex financial information into accessible communications that nudge behavioural change Meet the needs of a variety of stakeholders. This could include: o Reframing customer-facing letters to be benefit-led rather than process-focused, simplify terms and conditions into plain English that customers can easily understand o Develop supplier communications that clearly explain new procurement processes creating behavioural nudge materials to encourage supplier compliance
Interim HRA Accountant Location: Castle Point Type: Temporary, Full Time (6 week contract) Closing Date: 25th August 2025 Job Purpose An interim HRA accountant is sought to develop the HRA 30-year business plan. You will build upon existing work to create a modern, effective model that clearly outlines all assumptions and allows for the manipulation of variables for scenario planning and sensitivity analysis. This model will include detailed workings and summaries suitable for presentation to housing management, senior council officers, and cabinet members. You will review and refresh current information in collaboration with housing and financial services teams to ensure accuracy and robustness. This role is expected to last no more than six weeks, with occasional on-site presence as needed. Key Accountabilities Deliver a HRA 30-year business plan model that accommodates changing assumptions and summarises information for various audiences. Provide financial advice and input into the council's financial planning processes, including guidance on business plans, financial modelling, options appraisal, and risk analysis techniques. Advise budget holders and stakeholders on the financial implications of changes in national legislation or local practices. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, protocols, and guidance, including Contract Procedure Rules and Schemes of Delegation. Offer robust challenge to budget holders, acting as a critical friend to ensure financial plans and projections are accurate and realistic. Identify and support initiatives to promote a more commercial mindset within the organisation. Investigate and support the reduction of cost pressures and identify savings opportunities through effective planning and collaboration. Foster relationships that enhance cooperative working and efficient decision-making. Assist in delivering the council's strategies while analysing changes to accounting and reporting requirements. Experience Required CCAB or CIMA qualified. Extensive experience in Housing Revenue Account budgeting and accounting procedures. Strong consulting and negotiation skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Capacity to build influential relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, providing both challenge and support. Ability to simplify complex technical accounting concepts for non-finance staff. Proficiency in creating detailed financial models that are user-friendly and easily maintained. Demonstrated experience in advising and supporting business/service areas to achieve optimal outcomes and value for money. Extensive experience with financial modelling and options appraisal techniques, particularly using spreadsheets and business intelligence tools. This organisation is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and is committed to interviewing all disabled applicants who meet the minimum job requirements. We also welcome applications from veterans and care leavers who meet the criteria. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Interim HRA Accountant Location: Castle Point Type: Temporary, Full Time (6 week contract) Closing Date: 25th August 2025 Job Purpose An interim HRA accountant is sought to develop the HRA 30-year business plan. You will build upon existing work to create a modern, effective model that clearly outlines all assumptions and allows for the manipulation of variables for scenario planning and sensitivity analysis. This model will include detailed workings and summaries suitable for presentation to housing management, senior council officers, and cabinet members. You will review and refresh current information in collaboration with housing and financial services teams to ensure accuracy and robustness. This role is expected to last no more than six weeks, with occasional on-site presence as needed. Key Accountabilities Deliver a HRA 30-year business plan model that accommodates changing assumptions and summarises information for various audiences. Provide financial advice and input into the council's financial planning processes, including guidance on business plans, financial modelling, options appraisal, and risk analysis techniques. Advise budget holders and stakeholders on the financial implications of changes in national legislation or local practices. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, protocols, and guidance, including Contract Procedure Rules and Schemes of Delegation. Offer robust challenge to budget holders, acting as a critical friend to ensure financial plans and projections are accurate and realistic. Identify and support initiatives to promote a more commercial mindset within the organisation. Investigate and support the reduction of cost pressures and identify savings opportunities through effective planning and collaboration. Foster relationships that enhance cooperative working and efficient decision-making. Assist in delivering the council's strategies while analysing changes to accounting and reporting requirements. Experience Required CCAB or CIMA qualified. Extensive experience in Housing Revenue Account budgeting and accounting procedures. Strong consulting and negotiation skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Capacity to build influential relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, providing both challenge and support. Ability to simplify complex technical accounting concepts for non-finance staff. Proficiency in creating detailed financial models that are user-friendly and easily maintained. Demonstrated experience in advising and supporting business/service areas to achieve optimal outcomes and value for money. Extensive experience with financial modelling and options appraisal techniques, particularly using spreadsheets and business intelligence tools. This organisation is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and is committed to interviewing all disabled applicants who meet the minimum job requirements. We also welcome applications from veterans and care leavers who meet the criteria. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
Connect2Hackney are proud to present an exciting interimopportunity that has arisen for an Strategic Procurement Officer to join Hackney Council's Corporate Procurement Team. About the Role As a Strategic Procurement Officer, you will be central to providing specialist procurement advice, guidance, and governance support across the Council. Your role is key to ensuring governance, compliance, and best practice are upheld within both the procurement community and the wider Council. You will work to ensure our services and projects align with the Council's aims and objectives as outlined in the Council Plan.You will be required to: Develop and Embed Policy, Process & Best Practice Assist in shaping and developing the Council's procurement policy, processes, and user-friendly template documents. Maintain expert, up-to-date knowledge on all legal and policy procedures for procurement, interpreting and recommending them for implementation. Support the process for communicating new procurement initiatives to staff via briefings, training, and workshops. Assist with maintaining the Council's suite of Terms & Conditions, interfacing with legal advisors when updates are required. Research topical procurement matters and advise management on recommendations that will enhance service delivery. Champion Sustainability and Social Value Provide essential support in ensuring the Council's sustainability and Social Value framework is fully embedded into processes. Manage the delivery of objectives related to the development of the Procurement Impact Assessment (PRIMAS) tool. Work closely with Procurement Category Leads to develop category-based sustainability targets and implement monitoring mechanisms. Deliver on corporate responsibility related to community wealth building, just transition, and climate change by taking action to limit the carbon impact of procurement activities. Support "meet the buyer" events to develop SMEs, VCS groups, and drive awareness of sustainable procurement. Drive Performance, Reporting & Risk Management Implement a performance management framework to ensure enhanced supplier performance and value for money. Support the development of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for supplier contracts to ensure appropriate service standards are included. Design and maintain analytic reports and dashboards for a wide range of stakeholders. Monitor and report agreed management information, including tracking the social impact of procurement on social value, equality, and modern slavery. Ensure all procurement projects are well-maintained on the Procurement Forward plan and Council Forward Plan. About You To thrive in this role, you will need: Proven procurement experience and sound technical expertise within the public sector , including an in-depth knowledge of the regulatory framework. Experience contributing to the development and delivery of procurement strategies and policies in a large, diverse organisation. A well-developed ability to exercise judgement and discretion . Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build fruitful working relationships with diverse groups. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office/Google Suite , with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets. A relevant professional qualification, such as CIPS , and/or extensive experience in a public sector procurement context is highly desirable. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Connect2Hackney are proud to present an exciting interimopportunity that has arisen for an Strategic Procurement Officer to join Hackney Council's Corporate Procurement Team. About the Role As a Strategic Procurement Officer, you will be central to providing specialist procurement advice, guidance, and governance support across the Council. Your role is key to ensuring governance, compliance, and best practice are upheld within both the procurement community and the wider Council. You will work to ensure our services and projects align with the Council's aims and objectives as outlined in the Council Plan.You will be required to: Develop and Embed Policy, Process & Best Practice Assist in shaping and developing the Council's procurement policy, processes, and user-friendly template documents. Maintain expert, up-to-date knowledge on all legal and policy procedures for procurement, interpreting and recommending them for implementation. Support the process for communicating new procurement initiatives to staff via briefings, training, and workshops. Assist with maintaining the Council's suite of Terms & Conditions, interfacing with legal advisors when updates are required. Research topical procurement matters and advise management on recommendations that will enhance service delivery. Champion Sustainability and Social Value Provide essential support in ensuring the Council's sustainability and Social Value framework is fully embedded into processes. Manage the delivery of objectives related to the development of the Procurement Impact Assessment (PRIMAS) tool. Work closely with Procurement Category Leads to develop category-based sustainability targets and implement monitoring mechanisms. Deliver on corporate responsibility related to community wealth building, just transition, and climate change by taking action to limit the carbon impact of procurement activities. Support "meet the buyer" events to develop SMEs, VCS groups, and drive awareness of sustainable procurement. Drive Performance, Reporting & Risk Management Implement a performance management framework to ensure enhanced supplier performance and value for money. Support the development of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for supplier contracts to ensure appropriate service standards are included. Design and maintain analytic reports and dashboards for a wide range of stakeholders. Monitor and report agreed management information, including tracking the social impact of procurement on social value, equality, and modern slavery. Ensure all procurement projects are well-maintained on the Procurement Forward plan and Council Forward Plan. About You To thrive in this role, you will need: Proven procurement experience and sound technical expertise within the public sector , including an in-depth knowledge of the regulatory framework. Experience contributing to the development and delivery of procurement strategies and policies in a large, diverse organisation. A well-developed ability to exercise judgement and discretion . Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build fruitful working relationships with diverse groups. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office/Google Suite , with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets. A relevant professional qualification, such as CIPS , and/or extensive experience in a public sector procurement context is highly desirable. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
