Interim Finance Business Partner - Local Authority in North West

The Opportunity

We are looking to connect with experienced Interim Finance Business Partners interested in opportunities across Local Government.

We work with finance professionals who can provide immediate support to council finance teams, particularly around budget monitoring, forecasting, financial planning and business partnering with service departments.

We are keen to hear from candidates with experience supporting Adult Social Care, Children's Services, Education, Corporate Finance or other council service areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial advice, support and challenge to service directors and budget holders.

• Lead monthly budget monitoring, forecasting and variance analysis.

• Support annual budget setting and medium-term financial planning.

• Produce management reports and financial analysis for senior stakeholders.

• Identify financial risks, savings opportunities and emerging budget pressures.

• Support financial recovery plans and service transformation programmes.

• Work closely with operational managers to improve financial decision-making.

• Assist with year-end processes and financial reporting as required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous Finance Business Partner, Senior Management Accountant, Finance Manager or Strategic Finance experience.

• Strong Local Government finance experience.

• Confident managing budgets, forecasting and engaging with senior stakeholders.

• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.

• CCAB/CIMA qualification desirable, or relevant equivalent experience.

• Available immediately, at short notice or approaching the end of an assignment.