Public Sector Finance Business Partner — Hybrid (Birmingham)

Michael Page; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK public sector regulator seeks a skilled finance professional to provide financial insight and support to budget managers. The role involves managing month-end processes, developing finance training, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Offering a salary of up to £52,000, hybrid working, and generous leave and benefits, this position is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals committed to public accountability.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave (increasing to 30 with service)

Civil service pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Generous parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience in finance business partnering, providing analysis and insight to influence senior decision‑making.
• Strong technical expertise in Excel and financial systems, focusing on continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical finance information to non‑finance audiences.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted finance partner to budget managers and senior stakeholders.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and audit preparation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in financial processes and reporting.

Skills

Finance business partnering

Technical expertise in Excel

Stakeholder management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Job description

A leading UK public sector regulator seeks a skilled finance professional to provide financial insight and support to budget managers. The role involves managing month-end processes, developing finance training, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Offering a salary of up to £52,000, hybrid working, and generous leave and benefits, this position is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals committed to public accountability.