Staff currently in the internal redeployment pool will be considered first. This role may be withdrawn without notice.
We are seeking a motivated and proactive Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting effective financial management across the organisation. Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will provide high‑quality financial advice and guidance to budget holders, ensuring resources are used effectively and decisions are supported by robust financial analysis. This role is designed to support individuals progressing through a professional finance qualification, offering a structured pathway aligned to experience and development.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional financial support and guidance to budget holders across assigned areas (FAUs)
- Support effective budget planning, monitoring and forecasting
- Deliver clear, insightful financial reports to both finance and non‑finance stakeholders
- Analyse financial performance and proactively respond to emerging issues
- Challenge existing processes and identify opportunities to improve systems and efficiency
- Build strong relationships across departments to promote sound financial decision‑making
Qualifications
- Unqualified (Grade E)
- AAT qualified (or relevant degree) with sound knowledge of accounting principles
- Part Qualified (Grade E-F)
- Studying towards a CCAB qualification
- Experience supporting budget management
- Ability to challenge processes and implement improvements
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Confident presenting financial information to non‑finance audiences
- Fully Qualified (Grade F-G)
- CCAB qualified accountant
- Proven experience in budget management within a complex organisation
- Ability to prioritise workloads and deliver under pressure
- Highly developed communication skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders
- Strong commercial awareness and advanced analytical capability
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rata, increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
- Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.
- Access to on‑site gyms – HQ and OCC.
- Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
- Discounts from various retailers.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from women and Black and ethnic minority candidates. Our Outreach Team provides guidance and support for candidates from under‑represented groups. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know so we can support you.
