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Essex, United Kingdom Contract: InterimAbout the roleOur client, a local authority, is looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join them in Essex on an interim basis. The role provides financial advice and support to senior managers and elected members, helping services plan, manage and monitor their budgets and make sound decisions on how resources are used.
You will work closely with directors, heads of service and budget holders, translating financial information into clear, practical guidance. The position suits an experienced finance professional who is comfortable working independently, challenging constructively and building strong relationships across a local government setting.
The successful candidate will bring sound technical knowledge of local authority finance, good judgement and clear communication. This is a hands-on assignment where your experience will be put to work from the outset.
Main responsibilitiesAct as the main finance contact for senior managers and service areas, providing clear financial advice and supportLead the preparation, monitoring and forecasting of revenue and capital budgetsContribute to the annual budget setting process and the medium-term financial planPrepare and present financial reports for senior management, committees and elected membersProvide financial analysis and challenge to support service planning, savings proposals and business casesSupport budget holders to understand their financial position and manage riskContribute to the closure of accounts and the production of the statement of accountsSupport the delivery of grant claims, returns and other statutory reportingWork with colleagues across finance, procurement and services to improve financial processes and controlsCoach and support less experienced finance colleagues and budget holdersRequirementsA CCAB accountancy qualification (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent)Significant post-qualification experience in a finance business partnering or senior finance role, ideally within local governmentSound knowledge of local authority finance, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reportingExperience advising senior managers and presenting financial information to non-finance audiencesStrong analytical skills, with the ability to turn complex data into clear recommendationsExperience of budget setting, monitoring and the year-end closedown processExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsCompetence with finance systems and advanced ExcelThe ability to work from the council's offices in EssexThe offerAn interim role based in EssexDuration and rate to be confirmed with candidatesIf you are an experienced finance professional looking for an interim assignment in Essex, this role offers real influence and a clear scope of work. Apply below.
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