Public Finance Standards Advisor

At CIPFA, we're driven by a singular purpose: to transform lives through exceptional public financial management. As a leading international accountancy body, we champion integrity, transparency, and efficiency in the use of public funds. We believe that every pound spent should deliver tangible improvements to public services, creating a better future for individuals and communities worldwide. Join us in shaping a world where public money truly makes a difference. 

CIPFA is recruiting for its Public Financial Management department and looking for an individual to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about supporting best practice in public finance. The postholder will be part of a team helping support CIPFA’s responsibilities in setting public sector standards, such as the Code of Practice on Local Authority Financial Reporting in the UK (“the Code”), the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards, and others. As a part of the Standards and Technical team they will help to convene meetings, organise stakeholders, develop accounting standards, and input on consultation responses. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within the Public Financial Management department and contribute to the overall goals of CIPFA. 

You will also be able to take advantage of CIPFA’s four-day working week.

This position would be contracted to CIPFA's London or Chester office, but could be largely completed by a remote/hybrid candidate.  

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Knowledge and experience, at a senior level, of financial reporting, preferably in the public sector 

• Track record of the application of one or more public sector standards, such as the Code or PSIAS 

• Experience with secretariat and/or standards-setting work is desirable

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of one or more technical frameworks across accounting, internal or external audit, or governance and risk 

• Knowledge and understanding of the funding arrangements for public bodies 

• Ability to research new developments and technical developments and prepare written considerations of key changes for a technical audience and practitioners

• Appropriate professional qualification 

• Degree relevant to the field and/or equivalent experience working in the area 

It is essential that candidates have a proactive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

You can find more information about this role in the Public Finance Standards Advisor Job Description

In exchange for helping us to make a difference, you will get a host of lovely employee benefits including: 

• Competitive salary 

• Great work life balance through participation in our 4-day working week pilot (work 4 days, get paid for 5) and hybrid working 

• The opportunity to develop in your HR career through qualifications, coaching and/or involvement in projects 

• Generous pension scheme

• Health benefits like access to an Employee Assistance Helpline and the ability to join our Health Cash Plan 

• Family friendly benefits like help with childcare fees, and more! 

We know that not all people come from the same background, or think the same – so why should we? At CIPFA, we want to be a great place to work where a diverse group of people from all backgrounds can turn up and thrive. When we hire, we want you to feel empowered to bring your best self to work.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.