Finance Business Partner

GTC Recruitment; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Finance Business Partner for a temporary contract. This role involves delivering high-quality financial support across various services, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and driving financial performance in a dynamic public sector environment. You will be responsible for providing comprehensive financial and management accounting support, advising on complex financial matters, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. If you're a collaborative team player with a strong background in finance, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact while navigating a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified CCAB accountant or equivalent preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of local authority finance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive financial and management accounting support.
• Deliver clear, evidence-based financial advice to service leads.
• Support budget holders through meaningful financial analysis.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder Management

Excel Modelling

Local Authority Finance Regulations

Education

CCAB Accountant Qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Finance Business Partner (Temporary Contract)

Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time

Salary: Dependent on Experience

Location: Essex Area (Hybrid options available depending on service need)

Closing Date: 30th April 2025

My client is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner for a 6-month temporary contract, with an immediate start preferred.

Applicants are kindly asked to include salary expectations and earliest availability when applying.

The Role

We are looking for a pragmatic and proactive Finance Business Partner to deliver high-quality financial support across a range of services. This role requires building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making, and driving financial performance in a fast-paced public sector environment. You will need to be just as comfortable challenging the status quo as you are rolling up your sleeves to help meet key deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide comprehensive financial and management accounting support, including budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and final accounts preparation.
2. Deliver clear, evidence-based financial advice to service leads and senior management on the impact of operational and strategic decisions.
3. Support budget holders through meaningful financial analysis, challenging assumptions where needed, and promoting a value-for-money culture.
4. Work collaboratively across services to ensure the effective management of resources, identifying risks and opportunities early.
5. Prepare and submit financial returns and statistical data to government bodies and other key stakeholders.
6. Contribute to service improvement initiatives, business case development, and funding bid submissions.
7. Stay ahead of changes in financial regulations, ensuring compliance and supporting the authority's commitment to strong governance.

Candidate Profile

1. Fully qualified CCAB accountant (or equivalent) preferred; strong candidates with significant relevant experience will also be considered.
2. Evidence of ongoing professional development.
3. Strong technical knowledge of local authority finance regulations, including CIPFA Codes of Practice.
4. Proven track record advising senior leadership on complex financial matters.
5. Comfortable navigating competing priorities and working under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
6. High proficiency in financial systems, Excel modelling, and MS Office applications.
7. An ability to influence and constructively challenge stakeholders at all levels.
8. A collaborative team player who builds trusted partnerships across an organisation.