Finance Business Partner in Suffolk

Our client is looking for a Finance Business Partner for a 6 month Contract. Main Purpose of Job: To be responsible for the financial management of allocated service areas in the Council giving advice, guidance and support to Service Managers and Senior Management. To support the delivery of the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS), the production of the annual budgets, in year budget monitoring, the reporting of the year-end outturn position and the production of the Statement of Accounts, all within accordance of statutory reporting requirements. To contribute to the progression of various corporate initiatives in accordance with relevant statutory requirements and policies and to ensure the Council is compliant with all relevant financial legislation and statutory requirements. In collaboration with colleagues, ensure that the whole service is delivered in a professional manner in accordance with relevant statutory requirements and policies. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Management 1. To support the Chief Finance Officer to deliver the Councils Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) in support of the Councils Corporate Strategies through managing the budget setting process and year end outturn. 2. To support the Chief Finance Officer and Deputy Chief Finance Officer in advising Members and other Senior Officers of the Council which may include having to attend Cabinet Council and other Council Committee meetings, partnership meetings, corporate working parties and adhoc meetings as and when required. 3. Proactively engaging with colleagues from other areas of specialism in the Council to assist with informing financial decision making. 4. To provide financial support to Service Managers and Senior Officers with projects and reports to Committees and Corporate Management meetings. This includes providing financial guidance and challenge and advising on the financial reporting requirements as per the Councils Constitution. 5. Contribute to the development of corporate best practice on securing economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the use of resources. 6. Work co-operatively and collaboratively with colleagues across the Council in support of financial service delivery, ensuring that the Council meets its stated financial objectives within statutory and corporate deadlines. 7. Ensure financial advice to Senior Officers and Service Managers on all current and evolving matters is timely, accurate and meaningful. Specific Deliverables: 8. To provide accurate and timely financial information to Service Managers and Senior Officers, to support decision making and early detection of budget issues. This will include recognising when financial matters need to be escalated. 9. Using professionalism judgement and experience, adapt style and regularity of financial support to service areas in recognition of the differing needs of service areas. Must hold a clean Driving Licence Bascis DBS required for the role Remote Working with Occasional Travel to Melton and Lowestoft - (couple of times per month) First Day Required On-Site * TPBN1_UKTJ