At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide financial advice and support for Children's Social Care budgets.
- Company: Join a Local Authority in Shropshire with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and a chance to influence key decisions.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's services while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial business partnering and a relevant accounting qualification.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
Opus People Solutions are hiring for a Finance Business Partner to support Children's Social Care budgets within a Local Authority client based in Shropshire. The role is 37 hours per week, offering hybrid working (Shrewsbury-based with mobile working arrangements and hot desk access), with a contract length of 6 months+.
Please see a high-level overview of what the position involves below:
- Providing high-quality financial advice, analysis and business partnering support to complex service areas across the Council
- Supporting budget holders, Directors and Heads of Service with financial planning, budget management and decision-making
- Leading on financial performance monitoring, forecasting, risk management and financial impact assessments
- Developing robust business cases, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and driving value for money initiatives
- Producing and presenting financial information, management reports and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders
- Supporting commercial initiatives, contract negotiations and organisational transformation programmes
The ideal candidate will have experience with:
- Financial business partnering within a large and complex organisation
- Budget planning, forecasting, financial analysis and performance reporting
- Producing business cases and providing strategic financial advice to senior stakeholders
- Identifying financial risks and opportunities and implementing mitigation strategies
- Supporting commercial and transformation initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Supporting Children's Social Care or Children's Services budgets
- Previous experience within Local Government
If this role is of interest to you, please submit a copy of your CV and a mobile number.
Finance Business Partner in Shrewsbury employer: Opus People Solutions Ltd
Opus People Solutions is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Finance Business Partners in Shropshire. With a focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development while promoting a healthy work-life balance through hybrid working arrangements. Join us to make a meaningful impact in Children's Social Care, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will drive positive change within the community.
