Finance Business Partner - Council

Driver Hire Borders; Braintree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the public sector is seeking a Finance Business Partner in Braintree for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will offer high-quality financial support and advice, ensuring compliance with local government accounting standards. Ideal for professionals with a CCAB qualification or extensive relevant experience, the role requires excellent analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior management.

Qualifications

• Consideration for extensive experience without CCAB qualification.
• Demonstrable evidence of Continuing Professional Development required.
• Experience in local government accounting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality financial advice and support.
• Provide comprehensive support to senior managers.
• Work collaboratively across the finance function.

Skills

Confidence in giving professional advice

Financial systems knowledge

Excellent spreadsheet/financial modelling skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Innovative problem-solving

Education

Full CCAB qualification or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role: Finance Business Partner
Contract Length: 6 months
Location: Braintree
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: Dependant on Experience

Spinwell is recruiting for a Finance Business Partner for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER

To deliver high quality financial advice and support to services and the corporate organisation. Responsible for providing comprehensive and innovative support to senior managers, working collaboratively with services and other staff across the finance function.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER

• Full CCAB (or equivalent qualification) (but will consider someone with extensive experience in a similar role )
• Demonstrable evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Demonstrate confidence and experience in giving professional advice to management and members on complex financial matters
• Worked in a finance business partner role within local government or other public sector
• Up to date knowledge and experience in the specialist areas of local government accounting, particularly the requirements of the various CIPFA Codes of Practice and other regulatory requirements in so far as they impact on the service and functional responsibilities.
• Ability to read, interpret and implement regulations, changes to procedures and practices, and changes in accounting requirements
• Able to work to tight deadlines, within an area of conflicting demands and changing priorities
• Good knowledge of financial systems and their use
• Excellent spreadsheet/ financial modelling skills and extensive use of MS Office.
• Able to constructively challenge prevailing views and be creative and innovative in working with services.
• Able to develop and maintain strong working relationships with Senior Management, Service Managers, and Budget Holders, based on mutual trust and respect.

If you are a Finance Business Partner, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!

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