Finance Business Partner

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving financial performance and supporting transformational change? Macildowie's Public Sector Team are working with a large Council in the East Midlands, who are looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join their high-performing Finance Business Partnering team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, influencing strategic decisions and helping shape the future of services that matter to the local community.

The Role:

As a Finance Business Partner, you'll be at the heart of strategic financial planning, working closely with service departments to provide expert advice, analysis and insights. You'll be a critical friend to decision-makers, helping to drive forward the Council's Medium Term Financial Strategy and transformation agenda. The roles will either support the Capital and Revenue function or work within Adults.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted advisor to service leaders, elected Members, and senior management teams.
• Provide strategic financial insight to influence and support effective decision making.
• Drive continuous improvement within the finance function, ensuring compliance and customer-focused delivery.
• Translate complex financial data into meaningful analysis that informs strategy.
• Lead and support initiatives that deliver efficiency and improved service outcomes.
• Collaborate with departments to develop robust financial and performance reporting tools.
• Ensure effective year-end processes and oversee key financial returns and submissions.
• Mentor and lead finance team members where required.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Accountant (e.g., CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
• Strong track record in business partnering, ideally within a local government or complex public sector setting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budget management and financial reporting.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to link financial information to operational outcomes.

Why Join?

• Be part of a respected, forward-thinking council with a strong focus on innovation and improvement.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment.
• Contribute to projects that directly benefit the local community.
• Excellent development and progression opportunities.

If you're looking for a role where you can truly influence change and work at a strategic level, then this could be the perfect next step in your finance career.

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