Finance Business Partner

Civic Recruitment Limited; Birkenhead; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working available

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to provide proactive financial support across a Wirral-based local authority. You will work with service managers to deliver budgeting, forecasting, and robust financial reporting to support decision-making and value for money.

The role requires fully qualified accounting membership (CCAB/CIMA/ACCA/CIPFA or equivalent) and strong partner relations.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant or significant equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in finance business partnering, management accounting or financial management.
• Strong ability to interpret complex financial information and present to non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable, accurate, and timely financial advice and support to service areas and stakeholders.
• Develop strong working relationships with managers, budget holders, and key partners to support informed financial decision-making.
• Support budget planning, monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting processes across designated service areas.
• Analyse financial and management information to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the Council's financial sustainability by supporting demand modelling, financial forecasting, and resource planning activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing innovative, commercially viable solutions for service delivery and income generation.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data within corporate systems.
• Prepare management information, reports, financial returns, and statutory submissions for diverse audiences.
• Support delivery of financial strategies, business plans, transformation programmes, and service improvement initiatives.
• Assist with outcomes-based budgeting and value-for-money assessments.

Skills

Finance partnering

Management accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Reporting

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

CCAB/CIMA/ACCA/CIPFA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Birkenhead, United Kingdom | Posted on 08/06/2026

• Province Merseyside
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code CH41

About Us

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That is why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.
In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.
Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To provide proactive, solution-focused financial support and business partnering services that enable effective decision-making, financial sustainability, and value for money across the organisation. The role will work closely with service managers and stakeholders to deliver robust financial management, support strategic objectives, and contribute to the Council's long-term financial resilience and commercial ambitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide reliable, accurate, and timely financial advice and support to service areas and stakeholders.
• Develop strong working relationships with managers, budget holders, and key partners to support informed financial decision-making.
• Support budget planning, monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting processes across designated service areas.
• Analyse financial and management information to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the Council's financial sustainability by supporting demand modelling, financial forecasting, and resource planning activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of innovative and commercially viable solutions that support service delivery and income generation.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and effective management of financial data within corporate financial systems.
• Prepare management information, reports, financial returns, and statutory submissions for a range of audiences.
• Support the delivery of financial strategies, business plans, transformation programmes, and service improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the development and monitoring of outcomes-based budgeting approaches and value-for-money assessments.
• Support compliance with financial regulations, policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Provide guidance and support to Assistant Finance Business Partners and other colleagues where required.
• Represent the Senior Finance Business Partner in meetings and stakeholder engagements as appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, and reporting.

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent) or significant equivalent professional experience within a finance environment.
• Experience working in a finance business partnering, management accounting, or financial management role.
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting skills.
• Experience interpreting complex financial information and presenting it clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels of an organisation.
• Experience supporting strategic decision-making and organisational change initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical, solution-focused recommendations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
• Experience working within local government or the public sector.
• Knowledge of local authority finance, governance, and funding arrangements.
• Experience supporting transformation programmes, commercial initiatives, or service redesign projects.
• Experience working with elected members and supporting political decision-making processes.
• Experience supervising or supporting the development of junior finance staff.

Additional Information

• Location: Wirral (Hybrid Working Available)