Job Title: Finance Business Partner
Location: Braintree/Hybrid
Type: Temporary (6-month contract)
Hours: Full Time
Start Date: Immediate
Rate: £250-300 per day (Inside IR35, Dependent on Experience)
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to provide expert financial support across a range of services within a public sector setting. This role requires a confident and collaborative individual who can work closely with senior managers to drive financial performance, improve reporting, and influence strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver comprehensive financial and management accounting support, including budgeting, forecasting, and year-end processes.
* Support service leads with expert advice on financial implications of operational and strategic decisions.
* Provide robust challenge to existing assumptions and budgets to ensure efficiency and value for money.
* Lead on revenue and capital financial reporting and ensure the accurate submission of statutory returns.
* Contribute to corporate projects, supporting financial planning and performance review.
* Drive financial awareness and accountability among budget holders through active engagement and support.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting codes and best practices, particularly CIPFA and public sector requirements.
Requirements:
* Full CCAB qualification (eg CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.
* Strong track record in a Finance Business Partner or senior financial advisory role.
* Experience working within local government or the wider public sector is highly desirable.
* In-depth understanding of public sector finance, including regulatory reporting requirements.
* Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; experience with major finance systems (eg Oracle, SAP).
* Able to interpret complex financial information and communicate it clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
* Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities effectively.