Interim Finance Business Partner – Local Authority

Location: London
Duration: 6 Months
Day Rate: 250– 300 per day

Hybrid: 2–3 days on site

We are recruiting on behalf of a local authority for an Interim Finance Business Partner to support key services across various areas within Environmental Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide financial management support across multiple departments, with a specific focus on Environmental Services (Transport, Highways, Environmental Health, Waste).
• Navigate and advise on the financial complexities and challenges facing local government, ensuring alignment with the broader objectives of the council.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to support decision–making, budget planning, and financial strategy.
• Deliver comprehensive financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting to aid service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies, while promoting continuous professional development.

Essential Requirements:

• CCAB qualified (preferably CIPFA) with evidence of continuing professional development.
• Significant experience in local government financial management, with a strong understanding of financial challenges in areas within Environmental Services.
• Excellent analytical and Excel skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to simplify complex financial data.
• Previous experience working as a Finance Business Partner within a local authority
• Knowledge of Oracle is desirable.