Strategic Finance Partner – Public Services & Infrastructure

North Somerset Council; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North Somerset Council is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join the finance team. Reporting directly to the S151 Officer, you will act as a trusted strategic advisor to the Director of Environment, Assets and Transport Services and the senior leadership team, helping shape the financial direction of essential public services.

The Environment, Assets and Transport Services directorate delivers highways, waste, streets, leisure, property and capital projects; you will provide strategic

Qualifications

• Experience advising on revenue budgets and MTFP cycles.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for senior leaders.
• Track record in driving efficiency, service transformation and new revenue opportunities.
• Strong governance and compliance knowledge within local government frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial insight to support decision making within budget and MTFP cycles.
• Prepare and present concise financial reports and analysis for leadership.
• Identify efficiency savings and transformation opportunities for services.
• Ensure robust governance and CIPFA/compliant financial practices.
• Build relationships across the organisation to embed financial considerations in planning.
• Oversee financial impacts from capital programmes, grants, and revenue monitoring.

Skills

Strategic partnership

Financial reporting

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance & compliance

Job description

North Somerset Council is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join the finance team. Reporting directly to the S151 Officer, you will act as a trusted strategic advisor to the Director of Environment, Assets and Transport Services and the senior leadership team, helping shape the financial direction of essential public services.

The Environment, Assets and Transport Services directorate delivers highways, waste, streets, leisure, property and capital projects; you will provide strategic