Strategic Finance Manager

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

Job summary

A local children's services organization in Bradford is seeking a Strategic Finance Manager to manage corporate finances and deliver year-end statutory accounts. The ideal candidate is a CCAB qualified accountant with experience in VAT, Corporation Tax, and financial leadership. This full-time permanent role offers a generous salary and benefits package, reflecting the organization’s commitment to employee well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Excellent Local Government pension

Family-friendly policies

Health & wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in leading and delivering year end Statutory Accounts and Audit.
• Experience with VAT (including partial exemption) and Corporation Tax.
• Proven ability to support and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Finance with Corporate Finances.
• Support Executive Management and Audit Committee as required.
• Advise budget holders and support budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

CCAB Qualified Accountant

Leading year end Statutory Accounts and Audit

Experience with VAT and Corporation Tax

Cashflow management

Business Partnering experience

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: 01 February 2026****Interviews: TBC**The following content displays a map of the job's location.| OpenStreetMap contributors### Strategic Finance Manager* **Salary** Special D Grade- SCPs LG1 – LG5 - £65,022 - £75,728 per annum* **Job Reference** bradfordcft/TP/652/447* **Contract Type** Full Time / Permanent* **Closing Date** 01 February, 2026* **Job Category** Finance & Resources* **Location** Bradford, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 06 January, 2026