Financial Management Information Officer [Bolton]

Financial Management Information Officer (Career Grade)

• Location: Bolton
• Job Type: Full-time
• Hourly rate: £18.24 per hour
• Length of role: Initial 3 months

We are seeking a Financial Management Information Officer to assist in the preparation, accounting, and management of the Directorate’s financial resources. This role is crucial for maintaining financial integrity and supporting decision-making processes within the department.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Assist in the accurate preparation and maintenance of the Department’s budgets.
• Undertake regular, timely, and accurate monitoring of specific service areas of the Department’s Revenue Budget to enable appropriate control and review of financial performance throughout the year.
• Provide advice to, and liaise with, a range of budget holders across the Department to ensure optimal use of financial resources.
• Develop, maintain, and provide financial information for budget holders including unit costs and budget monitoring information.
• Assist in the preparation of final accounts and the Revenue Budget for specified areas of the Department.
• Liaise and consult with various budget holders to agree on budget allocations and monitoring information.
• Assist in the development and delivery of financial training within the department.
• Create and maintain effective communication with the budget unit and other relevant staff from the department.
• Contribute to the further development of computer-based resource systems relevant to the role.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate and present detailed financial information to both finance and non-finance individuals/groups at all levels of the organisation.
• Ability to produce, evaluate, and interpret financial management information regularly for the benefit of service managers.
• Must be able to work to deadlines and manage time effectively, demonstrating both team working and independent initiative.
• Information technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with financial software and mainframe applications.
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving financial management issues.
• Full or part-qualified AAT/IIA or equivalent, and actively studying towards a CCAB level qualification.
• Experience in a relevant financial setting and in preparing financial management information.