Property Finance Manager

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries.

These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Purpose

To provide strategic financial leadership and business partnering support to Property Services, ensuring the effective management of revenue and capital budgets during a period of significant change and investment across the Council's property portfolio.

The postholder will lead on budget realignment, financial forecasting, medium-term financial planning and capital investment analysis, supporting the Council in achieving financial sustainability, delivering value for money and improving financial performance across the property estate.

Working closely with senior managers, budget holders and the Director of Property, the role will challenge expenditure, identify efficiencies and provide robust financial analysis to support informed decision-making and long-term asset investment planning.

• Act as the lead finance business partner for Property Services.
• Review and challenge existing revenue and capital budgets across the property portfolio.
• Support the realignment of revenue and capital expenditure budgets.
• Lead the preparation, management and monitoring of Property Services revenue and capital budgets.
• Prepare and maintain accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial forecasts.
• Analyse expenditure, income, capital investment programmes and budget performance.
• Identify financial risks, overspends, pressures and opportunities and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Support Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) planning, including modelling the impact of property disposals, income changes and investment programmes.
• Provide robust financial modelling and scenario planning to support strategic decision making.
• Support budget holders in achieving agreed financial targets and savings requirements.
• Review and challenge spending assumptions and business cases to ensure value for money.
• Monitor capital projects and investment programmes, providing financial oversight and analysis.
• Produce high-quality management information, financial reports and performance data for senior managers, directors and elected members.
• Support the identification and delivery of efficiencies, savings opportunities and service improvements.
• Provide financial advice and support relating to asset management, property investment and estate rationalisation programmes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, governance requirements and Council policies.
• Support audit requirements and provide information to internal and external auditors when required.
• Maintain effective financial controls and promote best practice financial management across Property Services.
• Contribute to strategic projects and transformation initiatives affecting the Council's property portfolio.

• Fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent CCAB qualification).
• Significant experience in financial management, budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience providing strategic financial business partnering support.
• Experience preparing and…