At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial support for Children's and Schools services while managing a finance team.
- Company: Local Authority seeking an Interim Finance Business Partner.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible hours, and hybrid working.
- Other info: Part-time role with excellent opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's education finance while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: CCAB or CIMA qualification and local authority experience in children's finance.
# Finance Business Partner – Interim Accounting / Finance, Finance Business Partner November 2, 2026Temporary### Job Description* Temporary* East of England* Posted 6 hours ago* £511 – £650 per day Website**CV-Library**Finance Business Partner – Children's and Schools – Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner to lead financial support across Children's and Schools services.
This is a part-time assignment providing additional support while the current business partner is seconded onto a project.
What's on Offer
Rate: £511 – £650 per day Contract length: 3-6 Months (ongoing)Hours: 24 hours per week across three days – Flexibility over which three days are worked Hybrid working
Start: ASAP### The Role The successful candidate will lead the Children's and Schools finance team, overseeing financial management and providing high-quality advice to senior service managers.### Key responsibilities* Leading and managing the Children's and Schools finance team.* Overseeing budget monitoring, forecasting and financial reporting.* Leading budget setting and supporting financial planning.* Coordinating year-end tasks and the closure of accounts.* Providing financial advice and challenge to senior management.* Working with budget holders to identify financial pressures and manage risks.### About You You will have: A full CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification, including CIPFA – essential.
Significant local authority experience in children's and schools finance – essential.
Proven experience leading finance teams and delivering budget monitoring, budget setting and year-end processes.
Strong communication skills and the ability to advise senior stakeholders.### How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate.
If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Finance Business Partner – Interim employer: The CFO HQ
Brent Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises strategic financial leadership and offers a collaborative work culture focused on community impact. Employees benefit from professional growth opportunities, a commitment to long-term sustainability, and the chance to influence significant projects within the Neighbourhoods & Regeneration and Finance & Resources directorates. Working here means being part of a dedicated team that values technical excellence and commercial acumen in a supportive environment.
