Finance Business Partner (MM1) - Perm

Posted 06 May 2025
LocationEnfield EN1 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Interim & Executive Management

Job description

Permanent role with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• This role supports the Head of Finance, Finance Managers, and relevant departmental teams by providing high-quality, flexible, and professional financial support across service departments.
• As a Finance Business Partner, you will develop a strong understanding of the designated service area and provide robust financial advice to senior stakeholders.
• You will work autonomously on complex financial matters, representing Finance at key service-related meetings, and contributing to strategic financial decision-making.
• The post is integral to the financial cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, year-end closure, and supporting the delivery of efficiencies.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Support and deputise for the Head of Finance and Finance Managers in delivering financial advice and guidance to the relevant service area.
• Act as the Finance Business Partner for the designated service, developing in-depth knowledge and understanding of operations and priorities.
• Lead and deliver specific finance tasks in line with the annual financial cycle (e.g. budgeting, forecasting, closing of accounts) – 45%.
• Undertake detailed financial analysis, sensitivity modelling, budget reviews, costings, and business case development – 40%.
• Provide financial input into procurement processes and score financial criteria – 5%.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve financial support and assist in delivering service efficiencies – 5%.
• Represent Finance in meetings and briefings as required, including deputising for senior finance colleagues – 5%.
• Ensure all duties are carried out in compliance with Council policies and procedures, including Equality, Diversity, Health and Safety.

Skills/Experience:
• Sound knowledge of local government finance, budgeting, and accounting processes.
• Proven ability to deliver high-level financial advice, challenge, and support across complex financial and service issues.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with experience in interpreting complex data and training others in financial systems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, capable of clearly presenting complex financial information to diverse audiences including councillors and senior stakeholders.
• Advanced IT proficiency, particularly in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with substantial experience using integrated financial systems in large organisations.
• Demonstrated experience of engaging with senior officers, elected members, and external stakeholders to deliver financial advice.
• Experience in analysing and challenging budget decisions in a complex environment to achieve value for money.
• Knowledge and experience in financial modelling and assessing the feasibility of new initiatives or service models.

Additional Information:
• The closing date: 09/05/2025 @12:00.
• Hybrid working arrangement with an expectation that staff will be in the office at least one day every other week as a minimum.
• CCAB or CIMA qualified, part-qualified and actively studying, or qualified by extensive relevant experience.