Finance Business Partner - Devolution

Job Advertisement: Finance Business Partner - Devolution

Are you a finance expert with a passion for driving strategic financial insight in a dynamic environment? Our client is seeking a talented Finance Business Partner specialising in devolution to join their team for a temporary contract. This is an exciting opportunity to influence financial strategy and decision-making within a forward-thinking organisation.

Position: Finance Business Partner - Devolution
Contract Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 6 months
Location: Midlands (1 - 2 days a week)
Daily Rate: Up to £750

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality strategic financial advice and insights to senior leaders, supporting effective decision-making and financial sustainability.
• Lead the transition of services from other bodies, including Police and Fire services, in line with the emerging devolution agenda.
• Prepare and plan for evolving funding arrangements for Mayoral Strategic Authorities, focusing on local taxation assignments and enhanced fiscal autonomy.
• Translate complex financial data into meaningful insights that shape financial strategy and drive improvements across the organisation.
• Influence senior stakeholders to ensure value for money and robust stewardship of public funds.
• Enhance financial capability across services, contributing to improved financial planning and performance frameworks.
• Play an integral role in organisational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in a finance business partner role, particularly within a devolution or combined authority context.
• Strong strategic financial acumen, with the ability to challenge and influence at senior levels.
• Expertise in translating complex financial data into actionable insights.
• A track record of driving improvements in financial planning and performance management.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across various departments.

This is a unique opportunity to take on a pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape of a leading organisation during a time of significant change. If you possess the skills and passion for making a difference in public finance, this could be the role for you!

To Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience in relation to the key responsibilities and ideal candidate profile.

Don't miss out on this chance to contribute to meaningful organisational transformation while enjoying a competitive daily rate. Apply today to embark on a rewarding journey with our client!

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