Business Partner- Finance Accountant

Business Partner- Finance Accountant

Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Publica Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Shape financial decisions and influence senior stakeholders in a transformative role.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking council dedicated to impactful public service.
  • Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Open to both full-time and part-time applicants, offering a dynamic work environment.
  • Why this job: Be at the heart of strategic decision-making and drive real change in your community.
  • Qualifications: Finance experience with strong analytical and communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

About The Role

Are you a finance professional who wants more than just reporting numbers? Do you want to shape decisions, influence senior stakeholders, and play a central role in transforming public services? We're looking for a talented and motivated Finance Business Partner to support our Finance Manager and Deputy Section 151 Officer in delivering high-quality financial leadership across the Council. This is a rare opportunity to step into a visible, impactful role at the heart of strategic and operational decision-making. This isn't a back-office finance position. Please note this role is open to both full time and part time applications.

You’ll be:

  • A trusted advisor to senior managers and elected members
  • A driver of change, supporting transformation and savings programmes
  • A key player in shaping how services are delivered to communities
  • Leading improvements in financial reporting, forecasting, and insight

Some of your responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and continuous improvement of financial reporting frameworks and systems, enabling smarter decision-making
  • Provide robust budget monitoring, forecasting, and financial insight across revenue and capital programmes
  • Play a key role in the annual budget setting process and Medium-Term Financial Strategy
  • Support year-end accounts closure, ensuring compliance with accounting standards

Business Partner- Finance Accountant employer: Publica Group

Join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions as a Finance Business Partner will directly influence the future of public services. With a commitment to employee development, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and provides opportunities for both full-time and part-time roles. Located in a vibrant community, our team thrives on making a meaningful impact while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

Publica Group

Contact Details:

Publica Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Business Partner- Finance Accountant

Financial Leadership
Budget Monitoring
Forecasting
Financial Reporting
Stakeholder Management
Strategic Decision-Making
Change Management