Senior Finance Business Partner – West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire and rescue service is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to provide financial oversight and strategic insights to support operations. The role requires a fully qualified accountant with public sector experience, focusing on budget management and stakeholder engagement. The service offers a flexible hybrid working model and is committed to professional development.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Family-friendly policies

Local government pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector accounting.
• Proven ability to meet demanding deadlines.
• Strong understanding of public sector funding mechanisms and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate financial information and accounts preparation.
• Provide financial advice and strategic insights.
• Influence and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Skills

Public sector management accounting

Budget preparation and monitoring

Stakeholder engagement

Financial analysis

Education

Fully qualified accountant

Job description

Senior Finance Business Partner – West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the country’s leading Fire and Rescue Services, to become part of a team where everyone plays their part in making West Yorkshire Safer.
We offer an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly policies, 37 hour week flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym, an Employee Assistance Program and car salary sacrifice scheme.

The Senior Finance Business Partner will oversee the provision of accurate, understandable and timely financial information as well as the preparation of the Authority’s financial accounts.

You will provide valuable financial advice, strategic insights, and business solutions to Directors and other Budget Holders, particularly in larger or more complex areas, focusing on business cases.

This role involves acting as the Authority’s critical friend by challenging internal processes and managing risk by ensuring compliance with legislation and financial regulations.

The Senior Finance Business Partner will also influence, develop, and implement financial strategies, projects, initiatives, and procedures to ensure that financial goals are aligned with organizational goals and objectives. Stakeholder engagement and effective leadership is essential.

This position is suited to candidates with a background in public sector management accounting, proven experience in budget preparation and monitoring, the ability to meet demanding deadlines, and an interest in pursuing new career opportunities. Applicants must be fully qualified accountants with a strong understanding of public sector funding mechanisms and financial statements. Responsibilities will include establishing and sustaining key professional relationships, managing expectations of senior managers and stakeholders, and gaining comprehensive insight into the organisation’s operational drivers. Prior line management experience is required.

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who demonstrates both a commitment to making a positive impact through their work and a dedication to ongoing professional development and learning.

Job share applicants are welcome to apply.
We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.
The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting around 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff.