Funding and Treasury Officer

Job Description:

About the Role:
One of my local government clents is seeking a proactive and experienced Funding and Treasury Officer to join their Financial Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of key treasury functions and provide critical support in the development of financial strategies, funding management, and statutory reporting.

This role plays a vital part in managing the Council’s treasury activities, budget planning processes, and ensuring financial compliance in line with public sector best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage treasury management activity, investments, and cash flow

• Support annual and medium-term financial planning, including Council Tax and Collection Fund

• Produce finance and performance reports for internal and external stakeholders

• Prepare statutory financial statements and support external audit processes

• Conduct financial appraisals for strategic investments

• Ensure VAT treatment accuracy and provide technical guidance

• Maintain key financial and treasury systems

Essential Criteria:

• AAT qualified or fully CCAB/CIMA qualified (depending on grade)

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance role (ideally public sector)

• Strong knowledge of treasury management and funding mechanisms

• Proficient in financial systems, Excel, and statutory reporting

• Excellent communication skills, particularly with non-finance stakeholders

• Able to work independently and manage deadlines

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the Collection Fund framework

• Experience in local authority council tax and business rate setting

• Familiarity with CIPFA Accounting Code of Practice

If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd.