Finance Business Partner / Accountant

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  • Job type

    Temporary

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Working Pattern

    Full-time

  • Specialism

    Public Service Accounting

  • Industry

    Government & Public Services

  • Pay

    £400 - £500 per Day - DoE

  • Closing date

    25 Sep 2025
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💰 £400 – £500 per day (depending on experience)

Hybrid | Birmingham-based | 3-Month Contract

Hays is recruiting an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a dynamic Children and Families Finance Team within a local authority. This interim role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting the Children’s Travel Service with financial oversight, strategic input, and budgetary control.

Role Overview:
You’ll be a key financial advisor within the directorate, providing challenge, insight, and support to operational teams. Your expertise will help shape financial strategy, ensure compliance, and drive service improvements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead on budget monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Provide financial challenge and insight to operational teams.
  • Prepare and present reports to senior stakeholders.
  • Support savings plans, service reviews, and funding compliance.
  • Contribute to cross-directorate initiatives and ad hoc financial projects.
  • Liaise with external partners(e.g., SEND and Health) on joint funding arrangements.

Candidate Profile:
  • Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner in a local authority setting.
  • Strong understanding of public sector funding and budget management.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to influence non-financial colleagues.
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems.
  • Experience within a Children and Young People Directorate is highly desirable.
  • Professionally qualified (e.g. AAT, CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.

If you're ready to bring your financial expertise to a high-impact public sector project, apply now by sending your updated CV!

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