Finance Business Partner

Your new company

Local Government based in the East Midlands

Your new role

Finance Business Partner - Qualified
£42,000 to £54,000 + Benefits
Hybrid Working

What you'll need to succeed

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Finance Business Partner to join our Local Government finance team. This is a pivotal role for a CCAB-qualified professional with public sector experience, offering the opportunity to influence and shape financial strategy and service delivery across a complex organisation.
Key Responsibilities

• Act as the lead expert in your specialist area, providing strategic financial advice and insight to stakeholders.
• Prepare, plan, and monitor revenue and capital budgets, supporting future service and organisational planning.
• Deliver high-quality financial reports, management information, and statistical analysis to inform decision-making.
• Lead on compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements, interpreting complex financial regulations and developing accessible procedures.
• Design and deliver specialist training to finance and non-finance colleagues, ensuring consistent understanding and application of financial policies.
• Support funding bids and grant claims, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems and processes, promoting efficiency and best value.
• Provide technical expertise to support projects, system development, and financial forecasting.
• Deputise to the Senior Finance Business Partner or Head of Finance as required.

• Proven experience in finance and budget setting within a large, complex organisation.
• Strong track record in delivering financial services, advice, and performance reporting.
• Ability to interpret and apply financial legislation and regulations.
• Skilled in preparing budgets, forecasts, and final accounts.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in financial systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and influence outcomes in a changing environment.

• Experience in project management and service improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of other council service areas and recruitment processes.

• Full CCAB qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Significant public sector experience (desirable).