Finance Business Partner

1 week ago


Haddington, United Kingdom East Lothian Council Full time

Vacancy Information

Hourly Rate of Pay: £ - £

Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00
Days of work are negotiable, starting and finishing times are flexible, and flexi time is applicable.
To start asap.

East Lothian is seeking a qualified accountant to join the team. The post will be based in Service Accounting and will support the financial management of a range of council services including budget development, budget monitoring and supporting services through transformation and change.

As a smaller council there are increased opportunities for successful applicants to work across a wider remit and to develop your skills and experience.

These are critical permanent posts within that new structure. There will be opportunities for the successful applicant to help shape the future direction of the team and this is an exciting time to join.

The council offers flexible working, including working from home and flexi time, generous annual leave entitlement and a career average earnings pension scheme.

Home Working Consideration
Applications for homeworking or hybrid working will be considered for this post, subject to a trial period and in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found . Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview. All applicants must live in the UK and will be expected to attend Council offices from time to time as required.

This position is being re-advertised, previous unsuccessful candidates need to re-apply.

Job Details

As a key member of the wider Finance Team, the Finance Business Partner will be expected to:

Actively contribute to the development of the Council’s annual strategic budget setting process.

To develop and prepare directorate service budgets aligned to the approved annual strategic budget.

Take a lead role in supporting the successful delivery of the Council’s statutory financial accounts and other key statutory returns.

Work collaboratively with Service Managers and Heads of Service to manage their resources effectively and as efficiently as possible, providing appropriate financial advice and guidance to support service delivery and facilitate any future transformational change agenda.



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