Assistant Finance Business Partner

Role: Assistant Finance Business Partner
Type: Interim 3-month Contract
Day Rate: Between £200 to £260 per day inside IR35 UMB
Remote: 2 days a month in the office
Location: Northamptonshire

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Finance Business Partner to join a Local Government organisation in Northamptonshire on an interim basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys partnering with operational stakeholders, supporting budget management processes, and working within a fast-paced Local Government environment. The role offers a highly flexible working arrangement with only occasional office attendance required twice a month on a Tuesday.

The responsibilities of the Assistant Finance Business Partner will be:

• Supporting the delivery of financial forecasting and budget monitoring activities across service areas
• Assisting with the preparation of financial reports, analysis, and supporting working papers
• Building strong working relationships with budget holders and service managers to provide financial guidance and challenge where appropriate
• Supporting month-end processes and ensuring accurate financial information is maintained
• Helping identify financial risks, pressures, and opportunities within budgets
• Contributing towards the continuous improvement of financial processes and reporting
• Providing clear financial information to non-finance stakeholders

The ideal candidate for the Assistant Finance Business Partner role will have:

• Previous experience working within a Local Government finance environment
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial monitoring activities
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to work closely with operational managers
• Good attention to detail and experience preparing financial working papers and supporting documentation
• A proactive and organised approach to work
• Part-qualified or Fully-qualified accountant status is essential
• The ability to work effectively both independently and remotely

How to apply for the Interim Assistant Finance Business Partner role:

If you believe that you are well suited to this excellent opportunity of Assistant Finance Business Partner, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information.

CVs will be screened and sent over to the client for shortlisting, with successful applicants being contacted to arrange interviews as soon as possible.

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