Business Support Team Leader

West Lindsey District Council; Gainsborough CP; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Gainsborough is seeking a Finance Business Partner Manager to lead a team and oversee budget monitoring. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing finance teams and contributing to financial planning. This full-time position offers a salary ranging from £51,356 to £54,495 per annum, flexi-time, and the opportunity to work from home.

Benefits

Flexi time

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

29 days annual leave, rising to 34

Qualifications

• Experience in managing finance teams.
• Knowledge of budget monitoring and financial planning.
• Familiarity with financial accounting policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team of Finance Business Partners.
• Oversee budget monitoring and annual budget setting.
• Ensure compliance with recommended practice in financial accounts.
• Develop financial insights using the OneFinance system.

Job description

Overview

Band 13 - £51,356 to £54,495 per annum

Full time 37hrs per week (part time would also be considered)

Based at the Guildhall, Gainsborough (with provision to work from home)

Flexi time and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

29 days annual leave, rising to 34 after 5 years’ service (excl Bank Hols).

The Council is committed to providing employees with a positive employment experience, including strong and supportive leadership, regular employee reviews, open communication and commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team of Finance Business Partners and oversee the Business Support Finance functions.
• Lead on budget monitoring, the annual review of fees and charges and budget setting, contributing to the production of the Council’s five-year Medium Term Financial Plan.
• Assist in the production of the annual Statement of Accounts, ensuring compliance with recommended practice and accounting policies.
• Work with the recently implemented OneFinance system to develop and enhance financial insight across the Council, in collaboration with the Corporate Finance Team Leader.

Benefits & Terms

• Location: Guildhall, Gainsborough (with provision to work from home)
• Full time 37 hours per week; part-time considered
• Flexi time and Local Government Pension Scheme
• 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 after 5 years’ service (excl Bank Holidays)

Application & Selection

• To apply: For application documentation, the job description and person specification, click the Apply button at the bottom of the page.
• We do not accept CVs as a form of application.
• Applicants will be subject to a Basic DBS check.
• All recruitment correspondence, including interview invites, will be sent via email.
• Closing date: Sunday 12 October 2025; Interview date: TBC.
• For discussion about the role, contact Sue Leversedge (Financial Services Manager) on 01427 676541.

About the Council

• The Council has a commitment to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. We also operate a no smoking policy.