Strategic Finance Business Partner
Posted 1 day ago by Michael Page
£600 Per day
Undetermined
Undetermined
London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Strategic Finance Business Partner is responsible for providing financial insight and strategic advice to support decision-making within a local authority in South West London. This temporary role requires a strong accounting and finance background, particularly within local authority finance, to drive effective resource allocation and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The position involves collaboration with senior management and stakeholders to optimize financial resources and mitigate risks. The role offers a competitive daily rate and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic financial advice and analysis to senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop and manage financial planning, forecasting, and budgetary processes.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and organisational policies.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations to support key decision-making.
- Collaborate with department heads to optimise the allocation of financial resources.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks to protect organisational interests.
- Support the delivery of cost-saving initiatives while maintaining service quality.
Key Skills:
- A professional accounting qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, CIMA, ACCA).
- Experience working within a Local Authority or a comparable environment.
- Strong financial modelling, analysis, and reporting skills.
- Proven ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders effectively.
- Knowledge of relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and strategic thinking.
Salary (Rate): £600.00/daily
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
The Strategic Finance Business Partner will play a pivotal role in providing financial insight and strategic advice to support decision-making within the local authority. Based in South West London, this temporary position requires a strong accounting and finance background to drive effective resource allocation along with a strong local authority finance background.
Client Details
This organisation is a Local Authority based in South West London, known for its commitment to delivering essential services to the community. It operates as a mid-sized organisation and offers an environment where professionals can make a tangible impact through their work.
Description
- Provide strategic financial advice and analysis to senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop and manage financial planning, forecasting, and budgetary processes.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and organisational policies.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations to support key decision-making.
- Collaborate with department heads to optimise the allocation of financial resources.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks to protect organisational interests.
- Support the delivery of cost-saving initiatives while maintaining service quality.
Profile
A successful Strategic Finance Business Partner should have:
- A professional accounting qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, CIMA, ACCA)
- Experience working within a Local Authority or a comparable environment.
- Strong financial modelling, analysis, and reporting skills.
- Proven ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders effectively.
- Knowledge of relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and strategic thinking.
Job Offer
A competitive daily rate £550-£600
The opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within the Local Authority
A temporary role offering flexibility and professional growth.
A supportive and collaborative working environment in Sutton.