Finance Business Partner

Role: Finance Business Partner

Location: East Midlands

Salary: £40k to £55k

Sector: Local Government

Sellick Partnership are seeking a Finance Business Partner for a Local Authority based in the East Midlands.

Purpose of the Finance Business Partner opportunity:

• To support the delivery of an integrated, robust financial planning process.
• To support the provision of high-quality, accurate, relevant and timely monitoring and forecasting information.
• Provide financial advice and guidance to stakeholders.

Key duties and responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner will include:

• To provide strategic financial and commercial advice, support and information.
• To deliver high-quality, efficient financial, accounting and budgeting services to support the council.
• To support with and lead on the delivery of the medium term financial planning.
• Provide strategic analysis and financial advice to stakeholders across the council.
• Produce and present monthly management accounts, identifying key trends and making recommendations.
• Lead budget setting and support completion of the annual statement of accounts.
• Provide clear, accurate financial information for council committees.

Required experience of the Finance Business Partner:

• A fully qualified finance professional (CIPFA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a Local Authority or wider Public Sector finance environment.
• Strong knowledge/understanding of public sector finance (including frameworks/budgeting/reporting).
• A background in Financial Management/Management Accounts.
• Demonstrated success in business partnering - building strong relationships and driving strategic decision-making.

Please apply if you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity. For additional information, please contact Adam Rouse at Sellick Partnership.

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