https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-finance-officer-connect2halton--54cbbd6b-b2d8-41b2-bd7a-b35088719579 RSS feed for Principal Finance Officer at Connect2Halton. en-gb Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:30:57 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-finance-officer-connect2halton--54cbbd6b-b2d8-41b2-bd7a-b35088719579 https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-finance-officer-connect2halton--54cbbd6b-b2d8-41b2-bd7a-b35088719579 Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT Location: Widnes | Salary: £27.50/hour | Type: Temporary | Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Finance Officer to lead key aspects of its corporate and technical finance functions. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in financial planning, reporting and governance, ensuring the effective management of public resources and supporting informed decision-making across the Council. You will provide specialist financial advice to senior managers, elected Members and budget holders, while leading and developing a team to deliver high-quality financial services. Key Responsibilities Prepare and monitor revenue budgets and the capital programme, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with deadlines. Oversee year-end accounts and statutory financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations and audit requirements. Lead the Council''s treasury management function, including borrowing, investments and preparation of the annual Treasury Management Strategy. Oversee capital financing, Collection Fund accounting, VAT returns and the maintenance of the Agresso general ledger. Ensure effective budgetary controls and compliance with the Council'... Temporary