Strategic Finance Business Partner

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom West Northants Council Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Finance Business Partner to join our team at West Northamptonshire Council. As a key member of our Strategic Finance Team, you will play a critical role in supporting our Place, Finance and Corporate Services Business Partner Team.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Provide technical guidance and support to internal and external stakeholders, developing effective relationships with national bodies and local authorities.
  2. Offer financial direction, support, and analysis to all Service and Support Directorates, contributing to the Financial Planning processes with strategic analysis, advice, and recommendations.
  3. Support Councillors, Services, and Partners to improve their performance through the provision of strategic financial advice, ensuring adherence to legislative, regulatory, and accounting standards.
  4. Manage and develop the team to ensure its objectives are achieved and to enhance its overall level of performance and morale.
  5. Provide input on other financial management requirements, leading to the development of Finance towards a world-class service.
  6. Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of yourself and other persons, complying with policies and procedures relating to health and safety within the Service.
Benefits
  • Generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays, and the ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
  • Cycle to Work scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, and immediate life cover.
  • Employee discounts, Car Lease scheme, and Professional subscriptions / registration.
  • Employee Assistance Programme, Ongoing training and development opportunities, and Flexible working options.
  • Our West Ways of Working, Making a difference, and the opportunity to use your skills and experience with an organisation that is genuinely invested in making a difference.
About Us

We're a new council, following one of the largest shake-ups in local government reform in recent history. Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.



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