• The Finance Business Partner – Adult Social Care will work closely with the Head of Finance and Service Directorate management teams to deliver strategic financial advice, direction, and support across Adult Social Care (ASC).

• The post holder will play a key role in managing and monitoring budgets totalling £130 million, including placements and Public Health funding, while supporting service transformation and value for money.

• This role requires strong financial leadership, business partnering expertise, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

• Provide high-quality financial support and business partnering to the Adult Social Care directorate.

• Lead on financial planning, monitoring, and forecasting for ASC and Public Health budgets.

• Analyse and interpret financial data to support decision-making and improve service efficiency.

• Support senior management in delivering robust budget management and identifying savings opportunities.

• Translate complex financial information into clear advice for non-financial colleagues and senior managers.

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and contribute to effective governance and control processes.

• Support the Head of Finance in developing medium- and long-term financial strategies.

• Manage, mentor, and develop a small finance team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.

• Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner within a local authority or public sector setting.

• Strong understanding of Adult Social Care and/or Public Health financial frameworks.

• Experience managing and monitoring large, complex budgets (ideally £100m+).

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to present data clearly.

• Strong communication and influencing skills, with confidence to challenge senior stakeholders.

• Knowledge of local government financial regulations, systems, and reporting standards.

• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.

• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).

• Hours: 36 hours per week.

• Location: London Borough of Hillingdon.