Finance Business Partner- Capital

Public Sector Partnership Services; Spalding; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority trading company in Spalding is seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide financial advice and support to managers. The ideal candidate should have experience in budget management and effective communication with stakeholders. This role offers hybrid working and comprehensive employee benefits including a robust pension plan and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days of annual leave

Hybrid working

Wellbeing support

Employee benefits platform

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience delivering yearly budgets and management accounts.
• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial advice and support to managers.
• Assist in the closure of financial accounts.
• Develop income management strategies.

Skills

Budget management

Effective communication

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Accounting standards knowledge

Education

AAT or Part CCAB qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Financial professional looking for your next step? We are excited to be recruiting a Finance Business Partner (Capital) to join our friendly team here at PSPS!

PSPS are looking for a motivated and ambitious finance professional with relevant skills and experience to support the Capital Finance Manager in the delivery of timely and accurate budget monitoring, including maintaining accuracy of ledger and production of monthly financial reports for managers.

Responsibilities

• You will provide excellent financial advice, support and challenge to cost centre managers, including reporting to managers the financial implications of the decisions they make.
• Support the client in the accurate and timely closure of the financial accounts as well as the production of statutory financial returns and grant claims.
• Support the Clients Managers to develop, implement and review income management strategies and action plans.

What we need from you

• Experience of delivering and contributing to yearly budgets, management accounts, year-end publications and other in-year returns.
• Able to engage effectively with partners, customers and stakeholders in the work environment, as well as the ability to work to deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; data analysis, and of accounting standards and practices.

AAT and Part CCAB qualification or equivalent with up to date CPD is advantageous but not essential.

Contact

If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact George Gustard on [e-mail].

Who we are

PSPS (Public Sector Partnership Services) is a Local Authority Trading Company (LATCo) which is wholly owned by East Lindsey District Council, South Holland District Council and Boston Borough Council. The Company provides a range of services including Human Resources & Payroll, Financial Services, Procurement & Contracts, ICT (Information and Communications Technology) & Digital, Customer Contact, Revenues & Benefits, Health & Safety, and a range of Corporate Support services.

Company culture

At PSPS, we are driven by a clear mission: “Together, we will provide high-quality professional services, achieving outstanding performance, satisfaction, and confidence for our customers, communities, and colleagues.”

• We pride ourselves on our vibrant and inclusive culture. Our award-winning teams enjoy a variety of events throughout the year, including:
• All-In Days, Leadership Days & Team Away Days: Opportunities for growth and bonding.
• Annual Awards Night: Celebrating our achievements.
• Staff Briefings: Keeping everyone informed and engaged.
• Early Careers Programme & Buddy Scheme: Supporting new and Entry level talent.

What do I get in return?

• Local Government Pension Scheme- Secure your future with a robust pension plan, 23.1% employer contribution.
• Annual leave- Enjoy 26 days plus bank holidays and the option to purchase up to 5 days extra plus your birthday off. We also provide an option for you to flex when you take your bank holidays.
• Hybrid working- Coming together and learning from each other is important. Through Hybrid working our employees can work from home and office, with a minimum of 2 days working in our offices per week.
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance- Emotional guidance can be accessed via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone.
• Employee Benefits platform- Discounts at Highstreet retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and leisure discounts.
• Employment policies- including gender neutral Family Parental leave policy and Time off provisions to support those special and also challenging moments in our employees’ lives.
• Career progression- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

*A qualifying period will need to be completed to obtain these benefits.

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PSPS is an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly and PSPS has also committed to be a Disability Confident employer.

PSPS reserve the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews will be arranged when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.