Strategic Manager - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom - Castlefield Recruitment

Castlefield Recruitment

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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**Strategic Manager - Finance and Commercial

As part of this transformation, Stoke are looking to identify a
Strategic Manager - Finance and Commercial,to oversee a number of key service areas including Housing, Development & Growth, and Commercial Services.

This role is an initial 12 monthFixed Term Contract, pending further review upon completion.

The
Strategic Manager - Finance and Commercial post will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of an effective corporate finance function to provide the necessary statutory and support services to ensure the Council.

Further responsibilities include;

Leading as key business advisor to Members, City Director, and Senior Management Team by providing strategic financial advice to and on behalf of the Section 151 Officer
Leading on, directing, and managing the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) for the City Council as an integral element of the overall City Council Financial Strategy
Assisting and supporting the Director of Strategy and Resources in providing strategic direction in respect of the overall corporate financial governance requirements of the Council
Representing the Director of Strategy & Resources in the statutory role as finance lead in Council committees, meetings and any other forums as required
Management, leadership, and development of customer focussed Finance Team
CCAB/CIMA qualified Finance professional with evidence of continuing personal development, and the ability to build influential relationships at strategic level
Proven track record of motivating and inspiring staff in order to deliver a change agendas and drive improvements
Success in management and achieving sustainable improvements, sometimes in challenging circumstances

For a confidential discussion regarding these positions, please contact Matthew Swindell () or Mac Bonar () at Castlefield Recruitment.