Tender

Finance - Service Manager

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Jan 2022 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking to appoint a Finance Service Manager through an open procurement process. The contract is targeted at the service industry and entails a 22.5 hours per week working arrangement from home. The tender period concludes on 11th January 2022, with a contract start date of 17th January 2022 and an end date set for 31st March 2022. Interested parties must submit quotes and resumes, including the agency's costs and two up-to-date references, as part of the tender process.

This opportunity is well-suited for businesses specialising in finance personnel services, particularly those with experience in public sector finances. Companies that can provide qualified candidates who can comply with IR35 regulations and demonstrate strong knowledge in financial forecasting, budgeting, and strategic advice will thrive in this competitive tender. Engaging with Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council could facilitate significant growth opportunities for service providers looking to establish or enhance their presence in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Finance - Service Manager

Notice Description

Service Manager Rate of Pay: Please let me know what rate your candidate would be looking for at point of submission Hours: 22.5 hours per week Location: Working from Home Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Our Business Partner for Children's Service has recently become vacant and we are looking to recruit to this post for a short period of time whilst a review of management structures at the council is undertaken. The postholder will be the Business Partner liaising with the Director of Children's Services along with being the main finance point of contact with Sandwell Children's Trust. The duties are set out below: - o To support the Strategic Finance Manager in the production of the Councils final accounts and related statements in accordance with accountancy guidelines and accepted professional practice. o To provide strategic financial advice on the production of the annual revenue budget and capital programme and the Council's Medium Term Financial Strategy. o To ensure the production of reliable financial forecasts, budgets and plans which highlight opportunities and risk o To review and approve the financial implications of reports produced by service directorates o To be an authorised signatory for the Treasury Management function in compliance with all necessary legislation and Codes of Practice o To provide strategic finance advice to Elected Members and senior officers o To be an advisor to the Council, the Council Executive, and Cabinet Members on all matters relating to service provision within the area of responsibility including the preparation and presentation of reports. o To work closely with the S151 Officer in establishing, agreeing, and monitoring operational targets for service delivery and management performance for the service and the employees for whom the post holder is responsible. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor This roles falls inside of IR35. You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, a... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fe180b98-a8de-42d7-bcb0-254cbec8209f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51b94f7f-bb33-4485-bab8-bad8c6e1ec45
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B70 8SZ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
West Bromwich Central
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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