Strategic Finance Business Partner

2 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Akton Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Strategic Finance Business Partner

Location: Sutton, London

Contract: 4-month contract, hybrid working

Salary: £600/day

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Strategic Finance Business Partner to join a local authority team in Sutton. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic financial business partnering support to both the corporate core and front-line service areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as a critical friend to the Council, delivering insightful analysis that informs strategic decision-making and enhances financial management practices.
  • Apply professional judgement to interpret and implement policies and procedures to meet specific local or service needs.
  • Provide day-to-day management and professional supervision to staff, ensuring the effective delivery of operational plans and activities.
  • Ensure that the Council's operations adhere to defined regulatory, statutory, and professional standards.
  • Lead small projects and implement changes and improvements within agreed cost, time, and quality standards.
  • Manage service-level budgets and resources to support the delivery of intended outcomes and demonstrate value for money.
  • Provide inspirational leadership to the finance team and actively participate in Council leadership networks.
  • Mentor and coach staff to support their professional development and contribute to the growth of talent within the Shared Finance Service.

Requirements:

  • Completed a relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, MBA) or demonstrable equivalent experience.
  • Experience working within a business partnering model and/or familiarity with its requirements.
  • Proven experience working alongside senior managers in a Senior Finance role.
  • Track record of working in a customer-focused finance team within a large and complex organisation.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide strategic finance advice and challenge to budget holders, managers, and finance colleagues.
  • Experience leading or providing financial support to change programs, business improvement initiatives, or corporate strategy development.
  • Ability to develop in-depth technical understanding of complex financial issues to support financial planning.

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking local authority. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving financial excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, we invite you to apply.

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