Financial Analyst - DSG

£400-£450 per day (Inside IR35)
Remote working with occasional on-site presence
6-month contract (potential to extend)

We are working exclusively with a well-regarded local authority seeking an experienced DSG Financial Analyst to support its education finance team during a critical period of financial planning and budget management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a local government finance professional with strong Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) experience to make an immediate impact within a collaborative finance function.

You will provide specialist financial analysis and business partnering support across DSG-funded services, helping to strengthen financial planning, forecasting and reporting. Working closely with senior finance colleagues and education services, you'll provide robust financial insight to support strategic decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on DSG financial monitoring, forecasting and budget analysis.
• Supporting High Needs Block financial management and recovery planning.
• Producing accurate financial reports, forecasts and variance analysis.
• Providing financial modelling to support budget planning and savings proposals.
• Working with operational managers to challenge assumptions and improve financial performance.
• Supporting statutory returns and financial reporting requirements where required.
• Identifying financial risks and opportunities, providing clear recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Contributing to medium-term financial planning and wider education finance projects.

We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running and has:

• Previous experience working within local government finance.
• Strong knowledge of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) funding regime.
• Experience supporting High Needs budgets and education finance.
• Excellent financial modelling and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience producing clear financial reports for senior stakeholders.
• The ability to work independently while building effective relationships across finance and service teams.
• A recognised accountancy qualification (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA or CIMA) is desirable but not essential where significant relevant experience can be demonstrated.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Rebecca at Sellick Partnership on (phone number removed).

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