Finance jobs in Public Sector

We are proud to be partnering with Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service to support them with the recruitment of an experienced, forward‑thinking, and strategically minded Head of Finance to lead across their Finance, Pensions and Procurement functions. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial resilience, governance, and long‑term sustainability of the Service.

The Finance Manager role in the public sector is a temporary opportunity, focusing on managing ERP implementation projects, financial operations, tax and ensuring compliance with policies. This position offers a chance to contribute to a key organisation's accounting and finance department.

The organisation is hiring a Financial Analyst to provide accurate, insightful financial information that supports effective decision‑making across the business. Based in Coventry with agile working, the role sits within the finance function and contributes to strategic projects that enhance services and benefit local communities.

The Finance Manager role involves overseeing financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting in the public sector. This permanent position in Southampton requires expertise in accounting and finance to support effective decision-making.

We are seeking a Finance Lead to oversee and manage financial operations within the reporting function. This temporary role in London requires expertise public sector accounting principles property management.

To assist the Head of Finance & Procurement and Finance Manager in providing a full

and quality financial management service to the Chief Executive Officer and all Budget

Managers within the service.

To provide excellent, accurate and relevant financial information to customers, with a key focus on financial planning

The Temporary Finance Administrator involves supporting the Accounting & Finance department with administrative tasks and financial processes. This temporary position in Southampton is ideal for detail-oriented individuals looking for flexible work arrangements.

The candidate will be responsible for leading the end-to-end month end process for their business area which includes journals, balance sheets and month end reporting as well as leading the quarterly forecast process and various ad hoc reports and supporting initiatives to drive value for money.

The role of the Strategic Finance Business Partner involves providing financial insights and guidance to support decision-making and strategic planning. This temporary position requires a strong background in public sector finance with a focus on digital & technology and property.

This temporary Senior Finance Business Partner role offers an exciting opportunity to work within the public sector, providing financial expertise to support strategic decision-making. The position requires SC clearance with a strong background in accounting and finance to ensure effective budget management and financial planning.

Assistant Finance Manager working in the Treasury function on a 2-3 month contract for a local authority in London. Can pay up to £400 per day and hybrid working.

The Interim Finance Transformation Lead (Processes) will play a pivotal role in driving process improvements and efficiencies within the accounting and finance department during a large Finance implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365

The Finance & Strategic Business Reporting Partner will act a a key liaison between Finance, Risk and Business Reporting function and operational directorates, providing advice on financial impacts, risks, opportunities and organisational performance to support informed decision making. The position can be based in either London, Manchester, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh or Belfast.

This is more than a finance role - it is a Chief Officer-level leadership opportunity to:

• Influence the future of policing in Lincolnshire
• Ensure public resources are used wisely and effectively
• Deliver meaningful outcomes through the Lincs 2030 vision
• Leave a lasting leadership legacy within the organisation

The Transactions Manager will oversee the AP, AR and expenses functions during a transitions to a new finance system (D365) for a Central Government organisation is London.

We are seeking a Systems Accountant to support financial operations within the public sector. This temporary role requires expertise in S4 Hana accounting systems to ensure efficient and effective financial processes.

The Accountancy Officer will play a key role in supporting financial processes within the public sector. This temporary role requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure effective financial management in the housing department.

The Financial Accounting Officer will play a key role in supporting the Accounting & Finance department by managing financial records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and assisting with reporting processes. The role will be working for an Arms Length Body and be based at a location around north London, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire or Leeds.

The Property Data & Credit Control Assistant role involves managing property data and assisting with credit control processes to ensure efficient financial operations. This temporary position requires strong attention to detail and organisational skills to support the Accounting & Finance department.

The Property Accountant role involves managing financial records and ensuring accurate reporting for property-related transactions within the business services industry. This temporary position in London is ideal for individuals with a background in accounting and finance, seeking to contribute effectively to a professional environment.

This temporary Financial Accountant role within the public sector is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to the Accounting & Finance department. The position focuses on providing financial expertise and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

We are seeking a skilled Pensions Officer to manage and administer pension schemes within the public sector. This temporary role requires a detail-oriented professional with expertise in finance and LGPS, based in London.

The Head of Business Partnering (Housing) will play a pivotal role in providing financial leadership and strategic support within the public sector. This temporary position requires expertise in accounting and finance to drive effective decision-making and ensure robust financial management.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join the Accounting & Finance department. This role involves supporting financial operations, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.