Who You Are You are a strategic financial leader adept at managing and guiding a Finance Team within the Service Finance and Business Partnering Division. With an emphasis on strategic finance and business partnering, you provide comprehensive financial direction and support. You are committed to working collaboratively with senior management and budget managers to achieve compliance with financial policies, and you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can influence and drive strategic financial planning aligned with the Council’s Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS). What the Job Involves This role entails leading financial support for a service directorate, managing budget-setting processes, and identifying strategies to mitigate financial pressures. You will oversee budget monitoring, provide strategic financial advice, and guide the closure of accounts. Your role extends to supporting transformation projects by delivering timely financial information and assisting in shaping their outcomes. Additionally, you will ensure that the directorate's financial plans are robust and aligned with overall council objectives. The job also involves coordinating training programs for the Corporate Finance team and establishing effective relationships with external stakeholders to continually improve service performance. Skills Strategic financial leadership Budget management and forecasting Financial planning and analysis Transformation and change management Stakeholder relationship management Familiarity with financial policies and procedures Effective communication and advisory skills Proficiency in financial modeling Project management