Strategic Finance Manager

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Strategic Finance Manager

Salary:
Grade Special D, SCPs LG1 – LG5 – £65,022 - £75,728 Permanent, 37 hours per week, Based in Bradford

Working for the Bradford Children and Families Trust offers the opportunity to work with some great people who are passionate about delivering change in a city whose culture offers as much diversity as it’s geography. You can make a real difference to families and children and be an active part in delivering the service Bradford families should receive.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.

About the Role

Are you looking for a new, varied Financial Management role? Do you enjoy supporting departments with budget management and forecasting, whilst also taking responsibility for organizational Cashflow, VAT, PAYE, External/Internal Audit.

Bradford Children & Families Trust Ltd was incorporated in 2023 to supply Childrens Services to Bradford Council. It is a company limited by guarantee and trades independently of the council.

We are recruiting a Finance Manager (CCAB Accountant) to assist the Director of Finance with the Corporate Finances of the business. The Trust operates independently of the Council with its own bank account, accounting system and corporate governance. Annual turnover is more than £230m with income primarily derived from the Contract with the Council.

Our strategic vision and values are upheld across the Trust, fostering a reliable and supportive environment for both staff and the children in our care.

Our approach is rooted in restorative and relational practice, fostering trust, mutual respect, and meaningful relationships with children, families, and professionals.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• CCAB Qualified Accountant
• Significant experience in leading and delivering year end Statutory Accounts and Audit, Companies House filing, VAT (including partial exemption), outsourced payroll, pensions and PAYE, Corporation Tax, Cashflow management and all other aspects of a day-to-day finance function in a commercial environment
• Authorised user of the Corporate bank account and Corporate purchase card process
• Reporting to and supporting Executive Management and Audit Committee as required together with working with colleagues in the Council
• Experience of supporting and mentoring staff
• Experience of Business Partnering in advising budget holders and supporting budgeting and forecasting

You’ll also be joining an organisation that truly values its people, offering a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance, including:

• Generous annual leave - 31 days rising to 34 with service, plus bank holidays
• Excellent Local Government pension
• Family-friendly policies and enhanced parental leave
• Health & wellbeing support, including Occupational Health and counselling
• Professional development and career progression opportunities

For full details of our benefits, please see the attached ‘Our Benefits’ brochure.

Closing Date

01 February 2026

Interviews

TBC

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance

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