Assistant Finance Business Partner
Posted Today by Sellick Partnership on Reed
£400 Per day
Inside
Remote
London
Summary: The Assistant Finance Business Partner role is an interim position within a public sector organization in London and the Home Counties, focusing on providing financial expertise during a period of organizational change. The candidate will collaborate closely with the Senior Finance Business Partner and will be responsible for managing financial services, advising on financial issues, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. The role requires a qualified accountant with experience in local government finance and strong analytical skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the provision of effective financial services within a service or resources department.
- Provide expert advice and support on financial issues to the council, its committees, and senior management.
- Assist in presenting financial information to council departments and external partners.
- Support compliance with the council's regulatory framework and advise on departmental changes.
- Ensure integrity of financial information and production of statutory accounts.
- Support the Senior Finance Business Partner in delivering financial services and improving value for money.
- Implement sound financial management systems and procedures in line with council values.
- Promote the council's risk management and anti-fraud strategies.
- Contribute to council initiatives aimed at continuous improvement and set targets for finance functions.
Key Skills:
- Qualified Accountant (CA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with post-qualification experience.
- Recent experience in the Local Authority sector.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
- Proactive self-starter with initiative and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage and prioritize workload effectively.
- Experience in stakeholder management on complex programs.
Salary (Rate): 400
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Finance