Finance Business Partner – AR

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join Lincolnshire Police. The ideal candidate will provide strategic financial support and enable effective budget management. Key responsibilities include advising on budget overspends, preparing management reports, and leading budget development. A strong background in finance, particularly within the public sector, is preferred. The role requires excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.

Qualifications

• Skilled finance professional with experience in business partnering or management accounting.
• Experience in public sector finance is preferable.
• Proficient in IFRS, VAT, and evaluation techniques like DCF.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a business partnering approach to financial management.
• Prepare monthly management reports and collaborate with budget holders.
• Advise on corrective action plans for budget overspends.
• Conduct regular financial reviews of revenue budgets and capital projects.
• Lead budget development and identify efficiency savings.

Skills

Business partnering

Financial management

Advanced financial modeling

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Collaborative working

Education

Full AAT or part‑qualified CCAB

Qualified accountant CCAB (e.g. ACCA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

Job description

About the Role:

Lincolnshire Police is seeking a proactive and skilled Finance Business Partner to provide expert financial support and strategic insight across the organisation. This is a key role that works closely with senior leadership teams, enabling effective budget management and contributing to the delivery of future policing services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver a business partnering approach to financial management, becoming an integral member of the relevant Senior Leadership Team.
• Prepare monthly management reports and collaborate with budget holders to produce accurate forecast outturns.
• Advise on corrective action plans for budget overspends and support their implementation.
• Conduct regular financial reviews of revenue budgets and capital projects.
• Lead on budget development and identify efficiency savings during the annual budget setting process.
• Provide training and guidance on financial regulations, procurement, and contract compliance.
• Evaluate financial implications of service developments, including affordability, funding sources, and value for money.
• Advise on commercial and taxation aspects, particularly for capital projects.
• Ensure timely month‑end close processes, including review of accruals and prepayments.
• Support the Finance Manager in developing financial reports and maintaining data integrity.
• Contribute to the production of statutory financial statements and liaise with auditors and the Joint Internal Audit Committee.

Qualifications

• Full AAT or part‑qualified CCAB (e.g. ACCA, ICAEW, CIPFA) or CIMA accountant.
• Qualified accountant CCAB (e.g. ACCA, ICAEW, CIPFA) or CIMA, with all practical experience completed and status confirmed.

About You

You’re a skilled finance professional with a strong track record in business partnering or management accounting, ideally within the public sector. You’re confident advising non-financial managers, both face‑to‑face and in writing, and thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments.

You bring advanced financial modelling skills, a sharp analytical mindset, and the ability to produce clear, insightful reports. You’re comfortable navigating financial systems, regulations, and public sector frameworks, with knowledge of IFRS, VAT, and evaluation techniques like DCF.

As a team player with excellent communication and presentation skills, you can translate complex financial information into meaningful guidance. You’re proactive, flexible, and committed to continuous development—always upholding the values and ethics of Lincolnshire Police.