Finance Business Partner (MM1) - Perm

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Enfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide high-quality financial support across service departments. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and experience in local government finance. A hybrid working arrangement is offered, requiring office presence at least once every two weeks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in local government finance.
• Proven ability to deliver high-level financial advice.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of Finance in delivering financial advice.
• Lead specific finance tasks in budgeting and forecasting.
• Provide financial input into procurement processes.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Financial Modelling

Budgeting

Accounting Processes

Education

CCAB or CIMA qualified

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Contract | CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD | United Kingdom

Posted On 07/05/2025

Job Information

Work Experience 5+ years

Interim & Executive Management

City Enfield

Province Enfield

Postal Code EN1

Job Description

Permanent role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• This role supports the Head of Finance, Finance Managers, and relevant departmental teams by providing high-quality, flexible, and professional financial support across service departments.

• As a Finance Business Partner, you will develop a strong understanding of the designated service area and provide robust financial advice to senior stakeholders.

• You will work autonomously on complex financial matters, representing Finance at key service-related meetings, and contributing to strategic financial decision-making.

• The post is integral to the financial cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, year-end closure, and supporting the delivery of efficiencies.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Support and deputise for the Head of Finance and Finance Managers in delivering financial advice and guidance to the relevant service area.

• Act as the Finance Business Partner for the designated service, developing in-depth knowledge and understanding of operations and priorities.

• Lead and deliver specific finance tasks in line with the annual financial cycle (e.g. budgeting, forecasting, closing of accounts) – 45%.

• Undertake detailed financial analysis, sensitivity modelling, budget reviews, costings, and business case development – 40%.

• Provide financial input into procurement processes and score financial criteria – 5%.

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve financial support and assist in delivering service efficiencies – 5%.

• Represent Finance in meetings and briefings as required, including deputising for senior finance colleagues – 5%.

• Ensure all duties are carried out in compliance with Council policies and procedures, including Equality, Diversity, Health and Safety.

Skills/Experience:

• Sound knowledge of local government finance, budgeting, and accounting processes.

• Proven ability to deliver high-level financial advice, challenge, and support across complex financial and service issues.

• Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with experience in interpreting complex data and training others in financial systems.

• Strong oral and written communication skills, capable of clearly presenting complex financial information to diverse audiences including councillors and senior stakeholders.

• Advanced IT proficiency, particularly in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with substantial experience using integrated financial systems in large organisations.

• Demonstrated experience of engaging with senior officers, elected members, and external stakeholders to deliver financial advice.

• Experience in analysing and challenging budget decisions in a complex environment to achieve value for money.

• Knowledge and experience in financial modelling and assessing the feasibility of new initiatives or service models.

Additional Information:

• The closing date: 09/05/2025 @12:00.

• Hybrid working arrangement with an expectation that staff will be in the office at least one day every other week as a minimum.

• CCAB or CIMA qualified, part-qualified and actively studying, or qualified by extensive relevant experience.