Finance Business Partner

Wirral Council; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking a Finance Business Partner to deliver innovative financial management that drives value for money across services. The ideal candidate will possess a professional accounting qualification and have a strong grasp of financial principles, along with skills in building effective relationships and thriving in dynamic environments. The role involves collaborating with directorates, developing financial strategies, and producing relevant reports. This position offers flexible working and a strong pension scheme.

Benefits

Strong pension scheme with generous employer contributions

Flexible and hybrid working

Family-friendly policies

Annual leave package starting at 28 days plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial management principles and practices.
• Ability to articulate and build effective relationships at different operational levels.
• Proactive problem-solver with a drive to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Adults and Children's directorates to provide expert financial advice.
• Develop financial strategies aligned with service objectives.
• Produce accurate reports, forecasts, and budgets.
• Analyse performance and identify risks and opportunities.
• Support business cases and financial modelling for key initiatives.

Skills

Financial management

Relationship building

Advanced Excel

Strategic thinking

Education

Recognised professional accounting qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Overview

Wirral Borough Council is seeking a Finance Business Partner to deliver innovative, solution-focused financial management that drives value for money and supports long-term sustainability for Adults and Children's Services.

Key Duties Of The Role

• Partner with Adults and Children's directorates to provide expert financial advice
• Develop financial strategies aligned with service objectives
• Produce accurate reports, forecasts, and budgets
• Analyse performance and identify risks and opportunities
• Support business cases and financial modelling for key initiatives; influence decision-making and drive financial best practices

About The Candidate

You will hold a recognised professional accounting qualification/part qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent, with a strong understanding of financial management principles and practices and the ability to articulate and build effective relationships at different operational levels.

We are keen to hear from you if you are a strategic thinker and proactive problem-solver with a drive to make a difference. You will be someone who:

• Builds strong relationships and communicates with impact
• Thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Can challenge constructively and influence senior stakeholders
• Is resilient and adaptable
• Has a keen eye for detail and a commitment to continuous improvement; is confident using financial systems and advanced Excel tools
• Brings energy, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset

Interviews

Interviews to be held week commencing 20 October 2025.

How To Apply / Further Information

For an informal chat about any of these roles – please contact one of the panel members:

Jess Whitley – [e-mail]

If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team at [e-mail] or call 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.

If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress, and thrive. Please email [e-mail] to learn more about internal recruitment support.

Working at Wirral

Our values are reflected in how we work and what matters to us. We are committed to staff wellbeing, development, and recognition. Benefits include a strong pension scheme with generous employer contributions, life cover, ill-health protection, flexible and hybrid working, family-friendly policies, and an annual leave package starting at 28 days plus public holidays. We foster an inclusive culture where everyone’s voice is heard and valued, and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds who share our values and commitment to inclusion. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process to improve accessibility, please contact [e-mail].

Please note: applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if a sufficient number of applications is received. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.

We do not accept applications or CVs from recruitment agencies unless otherwise stated.

How To Apply

Please apply online by clicking the link below.