Senior Finance Business Partner Public Sector - 54,495 plus NILGOSC Pension

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Northern Ireland
  • Working Pattern

    Flexible Working,Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Government & Public Services
  • Pay

    54495
  • Closing date

    31 Oct 2025

Senior Finance Business Partner

Your new company

Be part of a values-driven organisation committed to public service excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Hays are working with a prominent public sector body in the appointment of a PO7 Directorate: Finance and Support Services which will reports to: Head of Strategic Financial Management.

The role of a Senior Finance Business Partner and play a pivotal role in shaping strategic financial management across the organisation.

You’ll lead the Finance Business Partnering function, providing expert financial advice to senior teams, driving value-for-money outcomes, and ensuring robust financial governance. This role also oversees the Procurement-to-Pay function and supports corporate financial strategy development.

This is a competitive salary, package in combination with a significant employers pension, genuine flexible working arrangements. This in combination with the opportunity of growth/ ability to pivot within a large Finance Function.

Your new role

  • Deliver strategic financial planning and governance
  • Lead and manage the Finance Business Partner team
  • Oversee procurement compliance and contract management
  • Provide high-level financial insight and reporting
  • Deputise for the Head of Strategic Financial Management
  • Drive continuous improvement and service transformation

What you'll need to succeed

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA, ICAEW, etc.)
  • Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification experience in a middle-management role within a large, complex organisation
  • Proven leadership in finance teams
  • Strong analytical, planning, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Valid driving licence and access to transport


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Elaine McCullagh at Hays 022890446911 for a full comprehensive job spec.
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