This role of a Finance Business Partner is a crucial part of our Accounting & Finance department, requiring the successful candidate to provide financial advice and support to the public sector team in London. The role is temporary for 6-12 months. Based in Walsall.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established public sector organisation in London. With a team size of over 1000, they pride themselves on providing high-quality services to the local community. Their work significantly impacts the lives of residents, making the organisation a rewarding place to work.
Description
The Finance Business Partner will;
* Delivery of a comprehensive suite of professional financial business partnering services including strategic financial advice, specialist and technical financial support, supporting services with financial and resource management, grant & internal financial control management and support the compilation of Statutory Annual Accounts.
* Build on and improve the finance business partnering approach to ensure good financial management is maintained by sharing best practice.
* Contribute to business intelligence and support benchmarking initiatives that enables value for money and informed decision-making.
* Objectively and constructively challenge to achieve solution driven outcomes
* Understand customer needs and priorities and provide a service, which achieves high customer satisfaction.
* To provide added value financial advice and guidance for budget holders, managers and Directors in undertaking their resource management responsibilities.
* To provide financial advice and guidance for portfolio holders and members via regular portfolio briefings; enquires; training, production of financial reports and attendance at scrutiny meetings in a technical finance capacity.
Profile
A successful Finance Business Partner should have:
* Member of CCAB body undertaking active CPD, or actively studying for a CCAB/CIMA qualification
* Experience working in a public sector finance role
* Knowledge of financial regulations and procedures
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency in financial software
Job Offer
* A day rate of £200 via umbrella
* Hybrid working - based in Walsall 1-3 days per week
* 6 - 12 months temporary
* The chance to work in a rewarding public sector role
* An inclusive and supportive company culture
* Opportunities for professional development
* The chance to make a real difference in the local community
We encourage all suitable candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to the public sector in London.