Finance Business Partner

Who You Are

You are a seasoned finance specialist with a formal accountancy qualification or equivalent professional knowledge. You have significant experience in finance roles, capable of thinking and acting beyond organizational boundaries. You are driven to inspire change and sustain successful partnerships across the Council, sharing a compelling vision for the future.

What the Job Involves

Your role as a Finance Business Partner is pivotal in supporting a solution-focused financial management function, ensuring value for money and the long-term sustainability of the Council. You will provide timely financial support, advice, and management information, contributing to commercial and innovative solutions within procurement and finance guidelines. Representing the Senior Finance Business Partner in various scenarios, you will support strategic financial activities, team development, and improve financial systems and data quality.

Skills

• Formal accountancy qualification
• Experience in financial settings
• Ability to drive change
• Skilled in partnership work
• Ability to inspire and engage
• Good analytical skills
• Detail-oriented
• Experience with large-scale project support
• Travel across the Borough as needed