Good Afternoon,
I am currently representing Bexley Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months+ with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience
We are looking for a Head of Finance Business Partnering this role will be: Hybrid DA6 7AT
The right candidate will:
The role is to a Head of Business Partnering for Adults and Public Health.
* To proactively lead the financial advice and support within Business Partnering, particularly with reference to delivering savings and maximising service outcomes to residents.
* To ensure that financial information is relevant and balanced and is received by decision-takers at the appropriate level and in the appropriate form.
* To proactively identify areas of weak financial management, risks and pressures and to work with the relevant service to improve them
* To work with directors and senior stakeholders to ensure they have the information and tools and develop the skills to manage their finances themselves.
* To lead, manage and motivate staff through excellent communication, professional guidance, support and development in accordance with the council’s policies and procedures.
* To be customer-focussed and to develop self-service underpinned by reducing finance support.
* To collaborate with stakeholders to proactively identify areas where finance can add value, including in particular better use of financial data analytics.
* Contributes to the development and monitoring of service level agreements, KPIs, defining respective roles and responsibilities and quality service delivery.
* To provide advice and support to Members, management board, directors and deputy directors on the full range of issues within the scope of the job.
We require the following:
* Knowledge of Local Government finance framework, including S151, other statutory requirements and code of practice and the key influences on the strategic finances of the authority
* Knowledge of the major issues facing local government, understanding of the national policy context, requirements and future direction for relevant service areas
* Experience advising on and preparing business cases for investment decisions including the ability to apply options appraisals and evaluation techniques
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon
