Job Description
Senior Finance Business Partner
Location: LondonContract: Temporary (initial 3 months)Rate: £550.00 per day umbrella // £483.86 per day PAYE inclusive // £431.75 per day PAYE exclusiveStart Date: ASAP*Hybrid Working - 3 days in the office per week*
Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Overview
Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a London-based Local Authority for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will lead and manage the business partnering team supporting various Council services with comprehensive financial expertise.
Line management of 3-6 FTE staff.
Main Responsibilities
Monitoring and forecasting budgets
Providing technical financial advice on areas such as Schools, Capital Projects, Grants, and HRA
Preparing accurate, timely reports on financial issues and performance
Conducting data analysis and options appraisal to support informed decision-making
Setting budgets and financial planning
Managing year-end processes, including notes to the accounts and audit evidence
Staying updated on financial regulations and legalities relevant to the public sector
Candidate Criteria
Qualified CCAB/CIMA Accountant with extensive experience
Experience in account closure, budget planning, and financial management within a Local Authority
Proven experience providing expert financial advice across multiple service areas
Strong financial analysis skills with the ability to interpret key data for decision-making
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
If interested, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions at 01772 208969 or via email at greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk.
We also offer a £250 referral bonus! Refer someone suitable for this role, and upon their successful placement and completion of probation, you will receive £250.
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