One of my local government clients is seeking a skilled and motivated Finance Business Partner to join their Finance & Performance Team. This is a key role supporting the delivery of the Council’s Corporate Strategy by enhancing financial performance, improving processes, and building financial capacity across departments.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide finance business partnering support across council services
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Build strong working relationships with budget managers and service teams
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Support transformation initiatives and improve financial self-service
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Contribute to the annual budget setting and medium-term financial planning
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Produce and present financial and performance reports to senior leadership
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Support the preparation of statutory financial statements and returns
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Maintain and improve financial systems, asset registers, and performance frameworks
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Provide training to non-finance staff on budgeting and reporting processes
Requirements:
For Grade E:
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AAT qualification (or equivalent)
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Strong finance system and Excel skills
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Experience in financial reporting and budget management
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Ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance staff
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Experience supporting organisations through change
For Grade F:
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CCAB qualification or equivalent
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Extensive experience in finance business partnering
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In-depth knowledge of CIPFA Accounting Code and local authority finance
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Proven ability to manage relationships and influence stakeholders
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Strong presentation and training delivery skills
Working Arrangements:
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Minimum 2 days per week in the Rugby office
If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd