Assistant Finance Manager (Treasury)

A local authority client of mine are currently on the lookout for an Assistant Finance Manager (Treasury) to join on a permanent basis.

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Range: £45,091-£53,460

Hybrid: X2 days in office per week.

Start Dates: can either be immediate or delayed.

Main Duties:

• Lead treasury management activities including cashflow, borrowing, and investments
• Provide expert advice on treasury strategy, financial risks, and market trends
• Oversee daily treasury operations and ensure strong financial controls
• Develop and maintain cashflow forecasting and financial models
• Prepare and present clear, impactful reports to senior leaders and Members
• Act as a key contact for audits, advisors, and treasury partners
• Lead and develop a small finance team
• Support wider corporate projects, capital investment decisions, and funding strategies
• Ensure compliance with CIPFA codes, statutory guidance, and internal policies

Successful Candidates:

• Will be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent).
• Will have strong experience in treasury management, cashflow forecasting and investments.
• Proven leadership or management experience.
• Excellent technical accounting and analytical skills.
• Ability to explain complex financial concepts to nonfinance stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Experience working within governance frameworks and financial regulations.
• Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Office tools.  

It isn’t essential but is beneficial if candidates have:

• Experience in local government treasury
• Knowledge of CIPFA Treasury Management Code
• Experience presenting to senior leadership or committees

Interviews will be conducted next week for this role therefore if you match the above criteria and are interested then please don't hesitate to reach out and send your CV along with calling me on (phone number removed).