Interim Finance Business Partner

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Finance Business Partner for a Local Authority in the Midlands. This role offers a chance to contribute strategic financial guidance during a time of organisational transformation. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant, experienced in providing financial advice within public or not-for-profit sectors, and skilled in budgeting and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with relevant certifications required.
• Experience in a Finance Business Partner role is essential.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and budgeting is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis and business partnering support to senior leaders.
• Lead on management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Support the development of financial strategies.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Strong experience in a Finance Business Partner or senior management accounting role

Previous experience in the public or not-for-profit sector

Proven track record of providing financial advice

Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Able to work autonomously

Job description

Role: Interim Finance Business Partner

Location: Midlands- Hybrid

Type: Temp - 6 months - Public Sector

Hours: Full Time

Salary: 350- 550 per day (inside IR35)

Vivid Resourcing are looking for an Interim Senior Finance Business Partner for a Local Authority in the Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to contribute strategic financial guidance and insight during a time of organisational transformation.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide financial analysis and business partnering support to senior leaders across the organisation
• Lead on management reporting, budgeting and forecasting for key directorates
• Support the development of financial strategies that align with organisational objectives
• Deliver accurate and timely management information to support effective decision-making
• Lead the annual budget-setting process and ensure robust monitoring throughout the year
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Promote continuous improvement across finance systems, processes, and reporting

Key skills:

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong experience in a Finance Business Partner or senior management accounting role
• Previous experience working within the public or not-for-profit sector
• Proven track record of providing financial advice and challenging senior stakeholders
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Able to work autonomously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.