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Head of Finance Business Partnering
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Posted:
24 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
21 October 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
6 months contract role with a local authority
Summary
- The Head of Finance Business Partnering Childrens Services is a pivotal role within a local authority tasked with leading and delivering a high-performing finance business partnering function across all Childrens Services. This position serves as a strategic financial adviser to senior leaders offering financial insight challenge and support to facilitate informed decision-making service transformation and sustainable financial management. This is a 6-month contract role essential for driving financial strategies and ensuring fiscal responsibility within the Childrens Services sector.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Finance Business Partnering function for all Childrens Services.
- Provide strategic financial advice and support to Directors Heads of Service and senior stakeholders.
- Act as a trusted adviser influencing decision-making and ensuring financial considerations are embedded within service strategies and plans.
- Support the development and delivery of medium and long-term financial strategies.
Requirements:
Essential Experience Required
- Significant senior-level finance management experience within a large and complex organisation.
- Extensive experience of leading finance business partnering functions and delivering high-quality financial services.
- Experience supporting Childrens Services local government services public sector organisations or similarly complex service environments.
Essential Qualifications Required
- Fully qualified accountant with a recognised CCAB qualification (CIPFA ACA ACCA CIMA or equivalent).
- Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to strategic finance leadership.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 36 hours per week.
- Location: Civic Offices 2 Watling Street Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7AT United Kingdom.
- Work pattern: Typically 2 days in the office per week but varies week on week.
- The role closes on 1st August 2026 apply ASAP.
Required Skills:
The Head of Finance Business Partnering Childrens Services is responsible for leading and delivering a high-performing finance business partnering function across all Childrens Services
Required Education:
The Head of Finance Business Partnering Childrens Services is responsible for leading and delivering a high-performing finance business partnering function across all Childrens Services
