About: The role of the Finance Business Partner is to lead and manage the provision of high quality financial support to Directors, Heads of Service and Service Managers. This is a high profile role and requires good management skills to ensure finance services provided are professional and customer focused.

Responsibilities:
Strategic financial management Operational accountancy requirements Advice and support to budget managers Performance management Driving the efficiency agenda Skills and Experience: Qualified CCAB Accountant Proven experience in the areas of Financial Planning, Control and Reporting Experience in the development of Financial Processes Understanding of how local government works, including the specific complexities of local government finance, and the major influences and challenges it faces Have up to date knowledge of accounting policy such as; IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) Local Government Statement of Accounts, a broad knowledge of CIPFA codes of practice, Taxation and be able to interpret and apply as required.

Salary:
£37,900 - £41,600

Location:
Northampton Contract: Permanent