Strategic Finance Partner – Public Sector

Gambling Commission; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A public regulatory body in Birmingham is looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner to lead management accounting and provide financial insights. This role requires public sector experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to navigate complex financial environments. You will be pivotal in driving the efficiency of financial planning and reporting, ensuring effective management of budgets and resources. This position offers hybrid working with generous benefits including a competitive pension and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous civil service pension

Flexible working arrangements

26 to 29 days holiday

Friendly work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with public finance frameworks.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Strong business partnering capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management accounting.
• Produce high-quality monthly management reports.
• Manage, coach, and develop accounting technicians.

Skills

Public sector accounting experience

Management accounting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Project accounting

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Education

Fully qualified (CCAB, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)

Job description

A public regulatory body in Birmingham is looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner to lead management accounting and provide financial insights. This role requires public sector experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to navigate complex financial environments. You will be pivotal in driving the efficiency of financial planning and reporting, ensuring effective management of budgets and resources. This position offers hybrid working with generous benefits including a competitive pension and flexible working arrangements.