Budget Transformation Lead

Job Description :

DigiKape Resourcing is a leading recruitment agency, specialising in filling ad hoc shifts and providing temporary and permanent placements for both public and private sectors.

About the Role

Wirral Council is looking for a Finance lead for the design and implementation of budget transformation programmes across all service areas. Working with senior stakeholders to identify and deliver efficiency savings. Creating robust business cases and financial models to support transformation initiatives. Urgently required to support the achievement of a balanced budget.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the transformation of clients' budgeting processes by identifying areas for improvement and developing strategies to optimize them

- Work closely with clients to understand their budgeting needs and goals

- Analyze current budgeting processes and identify opportunities for automation and streamlining

- Develop and implement budgeting policies, procedures, and best practices

- Train and support clients in using new budgeting tools and processes

- Monitor and track budgeting performance and provide regular updates to clients

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive and effective budgeting process

- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in budgeting and financial management

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in budgeting and financial management

- Strong understanding of budgeting processes and best practices

- Experience in leading budget transformation projects

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work independently and in a team environment

- Proficient in budgeting software and tools

- Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance standards

- Strong project management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines

We are therefore seeking enthusiastic individuals and team players to make a difference to the Service. There is opportunity to use and develop your skills within a fast-paced, progressive Service with a can do approach to delivery.

This is also an excellent opportunity to progress your career working for a large local authority.

To be considered please apply to this advertisement with your CV or send it directly to DigiKape at info@digikape.co.uk clearly stating the job role and location/ area being applied for.

To discuss this opportunity further please get in contact with us directly on 03333396737 or email info@digikape.co.uk

Please note: WE DO NO OFFER SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Pay: From £500 per day

Work Location: In person