5 Month Contact Location: Birmingham (Hybrid working) About the Role Hays are supporting a local council to recruit a Business Analyst to join their Finance Team on a 5‑month contract. This role will work closely with the Senior Business Analyst, Finance Manager, and Head of Corporate Finance (HoCF) to ensure the effective delivery of financial services to prescribed standards and timelines. You will contribute to strategic planning, business performance, and ensuring compliance with statutory, local, and corporate guidelines. This role is ideal for someone with strong financial analysis experience within a public sector or similarly complex environment. Key Responsibilities Support delivery of finance services in line with agreed standards, timelines, and the Business Plan. Monitor and review service direction to ensure compliance with business plans and strategic objectives. Contribute to meeting team KPIs and improving overall service performance. Provide a professional customer care service and liaise with stakeholders to understand and shape future delivery needs. Assist in interpreting statutory regulations, Standing Orders, and Local Authority financial procedures. Provide advice to Budget Holders and Budget Managers to help steer budgets effectively and maximise efficiency. Ensure compliance with all council, directorate, accounting, and financial policies and procedures. Support business forecasting, longȁ...