Interim Strategic Finance Partner – Local Government

Opus People Solutions Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Occasional office attendance

Job summary

Shropshire Council is seeking a Strategic Finance Business Partner on an interim basis for an initial 6-month contract. The role will provide high-level financial advice to Corporate and Service Directors, lead budget setting, and drive financial performance across services.

The post requires strong leadership of a finance team, excellent stakeholder management, and extensive experience in local government finance. Hybrid working with occasional office attendance is expected.

Qualifications

• Significant senior finance business partnering experience.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Experience leading finance teams and budget monitoring.
• Strong track record in presenting financial reports to directors and elected members.
• Knowledge of local government finance and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic financial planning across services.
• Coordinate annual budget-setting process for the council.
• Prepare cabinet and leadership reports and dashboards.
• Provide high-quality financial advice and challenge to senior stakeholders.
• Deputise for Strategic Finance Manager when required.
• Lead a team of finance professionals.

Skills

Senior finance business partnering

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Financial reporting

Strategic financial planning

Education

CCAB/CIPFA qualified accountant

Job description

Shropshire Council is seeking a Strategic Finance Business Partner on an interim basis for an initial 6-month contract. The role will provide high-level financial advice to Corporate and Service Directors, lead budget setting, and drive financial performance across services.

The post requires strong leadership of a finance team, excellent stakeholder management, and extensive experience in local government finance. Hybrid working with occasional office attendance is expected.