The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner – Education to support a local authority during a busy period.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional with strong local government experience and a proven background in supporting Education and Children's Services budgets.
You will play a key role in providing financial insight, challenging budget assumptions and supporting senior stakeholders with effective financial planning and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strategic financial support and business partnering to Education and Children's Services.
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Manage and monitor complex education budgets, identifying financial risks and opportunities.
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Lead on budget forecasting, financial reporting and variance analysis.
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Support Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) monitoring, including High Needs Block pressures.
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Work closely with budget holders, service directors and senior leadership teams.
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Support the development of financial recovery plans and savings initiatives.
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Provide financial advice on SEND expenditure, school funding and education-related services.
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Prepare financial reports and recommendations for senior management.
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Ensure compliance with local government financial regulations and reporting requirements.
Essential Experience
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Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner within local government.
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Strong understanding of Education and/or Children's Services finance.
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Knowledge of DSG, SEND and High Needs Block funding.
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Experience managing complex budgets and challenging senior stakeholders.
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Excellent financial modelling, forecasting and analytical skills.
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Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced interim environment.
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CCAB qualified, CIMA qualified or qualified by relevant experience.
What's on Offer?
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Competitive interim day rate.
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Flexible / hybrid working arrangements.
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Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a local authority.
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Exposure to high-profile education finance challenges.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner with a strong background in Education Finance, DSG or SEND, we'd love to hear from you
