Service Lead: Financial Management, Revenues & Benefits, West Berkshire Council
Salary: N (£73,294 to £79,974)
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Permanent - 37 Hours Are you an experienced and dynamic leader in financial management and service delivery, looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking local authority? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Service Lead for Financial Management, Revenues & Benefits to join our Finance and Property Service, reporting to the Service Director Finance, Property & Procurement. The Role As the Service Lead for Financial Management, Revenues & Benefits, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the effective management and delivery of financial services across the Council. You will be responsible for leading a team of dedicated professionals, overseeing the financial management of key services including revenues, benefits, and payroll. Your key responsibilities will include: Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting Leading and motivating a team to deliver high-quality financial services Providing expert financial advice and guidance to service leads and senior managers Overseeing the operation of the revenues and benefits service, ensuring compliance with legislation and delivering excellent customer service. Managing external relationships with HMRC and other relevant organisations. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes: Extensive experience in financial management within a local authority or similar environment. A proven track record of leading and managing teams to deliver high-quality services. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and advise at all levels In-depth knowledge of financial legislation, regulations, and best practices. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Why Work for West Berkshire Council? West Berkshire Council is committed to being an employer of choice and offers a range of excellent employment benefits, including: Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance Access to a wide range of relevant training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme Family friendly policies A range of local discounts And much more! In addition to the above, this role offers a competitive salary of up to £79,974 per annum, based on a 37-hour working week. Interview Date: Interviews will be held in person in Newbury, West Berkshire on Wednesday 26th February. Contact For an informal discussion to learn more about the role, please contact Samantha Hodson via email: Samantha.hodson1@westberks.gov.uk If you are a motivated and experienced financial professional looking to make a difference in public service, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. West Berkshire Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Apply now to join our dedicated team and contribute to the continued success of West Berkshire Council.
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Permanent - 37 Hours Are you an experienced and dynamic leader in financial management and service delivery, looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking local authority? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Service Lead for Financial Management, Revenues & Benefits to join our Finance and Property Service, reporting to the Service Director Finance, Property & Procurement. The Role As the Service Lead for Financial Management, Revenues & Benefits, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the effective management and delivery of financial services across the Council. You will be responsible for leading a team of dedicated professionals, overseeing the financial management of key services including revenues, benefits, and payroll. Your key responsibilities will include: Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting Leading and motivating a team to deliver high-quality financial services Providing expert financial advice and guidance to service leads and senior managers Overseeing the operation of the revenues and benefits service, ensuring compliance with legislation and delivering excellent customer service. Managing external relationships with HMRC and other relevant organisations. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes: Extensive experience in financial management within a local authority or similar environment. A proven track record of leading and managing teams to deliver high-quality services. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and advise at all levels In-depth knowledge of financial legislation, regulations, and best practices. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Why Work for West Berkshire Council? West Berkshire Council is committed to being an employer of choice and offers a range of excellent employment benefits, including: Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance Access to a wide range of relevant training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme Family friendly policies A range of local discounts And much more! In addition to the above, this role offers a competitive salary of up to £79,974 per annum, based on a 37-hour working week. Interview Date: Interviews will be held in person in Newbury, West Berkshire on Wednesday 26th February. Contact For an informal discussion to learn more about the role, please contact Samantha Hodson via email: Samantha.hodson1@westberks.gov.uk If you are a motivated and experienced financial professional looking to make a difference in public service, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. West Berkshire Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Apply now to join our dedicated team and contribute to the continued success of West Berkshire Council.
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