Strategic Finance Manager

Fosterbradford; Bradford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's services trust in Bradford seeks a Strategic Finance Manager to lead financial operations and ensure effective management of statutory accounts and audits. The successful candidate will be CCAB qualified with significant experience in finance functions within a commercial environment. They will support budgeting and forecasting while mentoring staff. The position offers a competitive salary of £65,022 - £75,728 per year and generous benefits including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Excellent Local Government pension

Family-friendly policies

Health & wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing finance functions in a commercial setting.
• Experience in leading and delivering year-end statutory accounts and audits.
• Experience of supporting and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director of Finance with corporate finances.
• Manage aspects of day-to-day finance functions.
• Support budget holders with budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

CCAB Qualified Accountant

Leading year-end statutory accounts

Audit experience

Cashflow management

Business partnering

Education

CCAB Qualification

Job description

# Strategic Finance Manager## Job Introduction**Strategic Finance Manager**Salary: Grade Special D, SCPs LG1 – LG5 - £65,022 - £75,728 Permanent, 37 hours per week, Based in BradfordWorking 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**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 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 opportunitiesFor full details of our benefits, please see the attached ‘Our Benefits’ brochure.**Closing Date:**11th January 2026**Interviews:**w/c 19 January 2026The following content displays a map of the job's location.| OpenStreetMap contributors### Strategic Finance Manager* **Salary** Special Grade D, £65,022 - £75,728 per annum* **Job Reference** bradfordcft/TP/652/445* **Contract Type** Full Time / Permanent* **Closing Date** 11 January, 2026* **Job Category** Finance & Resources* **Location** Bradford, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 23 December, 2025