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Butler Rose is delighted to be working alongside a public sector client based in Harrow. They are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join a busy finance team. This is a temporary role, up until end of October 2026. The role offers hybrid working (mix of home and office/onsite client premises) and will pay up to £29.97 per hour via umbrella company.

This role will play a key part in supporting effective financial management across the organisation, including budget preparation, monitoring, forecasting, year-end closure, financial reporting and continuous improvement activities. The successful candidate will provide professional financial guidance to stakeholders, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial information supports decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong technical accounting skills who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and contributing to service improvements within the public sector.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Support the preparation, monitoring and closure of revenue and capital budgets.
Provide financial advice, guidance and challenge to budget managers and senior stakeholders.
Produce accurate monthly budget monitoring reports, forecasts and financial projections.
Support financial modelling, cost analysis, fees and charges calculations, salary forecasting and business case development.
Undertake balance sheet monitoring, including analysis of debt profiles, debtor positions and provisions.
Extract, analyse and interpret financial data from financial systems to support management reporting.
Prepare financial reports, commentaries and supporting information for management teams and senior decision-makers.
Assist with year-end accounts processes, including accruals, journals, working papers and audit requirements.
Complete statutory, government and financial returns within required deadlines.
Prepare and submit grant claims accurately and efficiently.
Provide financial training and support to budget managers where required.
Review and maintain financial procedures, working papers and process documentation.
Investigate and resolve financial queries, working closely with service teams.
Participate in transformation, improvement and cross-functional projects.

Qualifications & Experience:
Up-to-date knowledge of accounting practices, ideally gained within a public sector environment.
Experience of budget preparation, monitoring, forecasting and financial reporting.
Experience supporting budget holders and providing financial advice to stakeholders.
Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
Advanced Excel skills, including experience with functions such as VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
Experience extracting and analysing data from General Ledger or financial management systems.
Ability to build effective working relationships and communicate confidently with colleagues at all levels.
A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement and service delivery.
The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.

Applicants should have one of the following:
CCAB part-qualified status (or equivalent)
AAT qualification or
Significant relevant finance experience demonstrating equivalent technical knowledge and capability.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like further information, please reach out to Cerys Smith or Siddharth Patel.

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Butler Rose is delighted to be supporting a well-established organisation in the recruitment of a Senior Finance Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong management accounts experience to take ownership of key reporting and financial control responsibilities within a supportive and professional environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and overseeing day-to-day finance operations. You will also mentor a Finance Assistant, ensuring processes are efficient, accurate, and aligned with organisational policy.

Key responsibilities will include:

Preparing monthly management accounts, reports, and forecasts.

Monitoring expenditure against budget and meeting regularly with budget holders.

Completing bank and payroll reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.

Managing purchase invoices, supplier payments, and the sales ledger.

Ensuring procurement procedures are adhered to and best value achieved.

Liaising with auditors and supporting wider finance initiatives.

About You

You will ideally be studying AAT (or equivalent) with experience in an accounting environment. You'll have a high level of competence in Excel and accounting packages, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

Essential skills and experience include:

Proven experience in management accounts preparation.

Strong understanding of financial systems and controls.

Ability to build positive working relationships with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and professional integrity.

Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to work in a values-driven organisation where you can add real value to operational decision-making. You'll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team that encourages professional growth with genuine career pathways.

How to Apply

Please apply with an up to date copy of your CV. Equally, for a confidential discussion about this role or anythig else that we may be able to assist with, please contact Matt Jones at Butler Rose on [email protected]

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.