Finance Business Partner


Company:	East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Oct 2026
Closing date:	20 Nov 2026

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Summary

Derbyshire County Council

Closing date: 08 November 2026

We’re looking for experienced

Finance Business Partners to provide high-quality financial advice, insight, and challenge across the Children's and Place services. You’ll support strategic decision-making, influence outcomes, and play a key role in delivering the Council’s medium-term financial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and service leaders

Lead on budget setting, monitoring, and financial planning

Provide clear analysis and insight to support decision-making

Challenge and influence to ensure value for money and effective use of resources

Support development of financial strategies, business cases, and service improvements

Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement in financial processes

Ensure compliance with financial regulations and statutory requirements

About You

CCAB qualified (or equivalent) with substantial experience

Strong background in financial planning, budgeting, and business partnering

Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders

Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Experience working in a complex organisation and managing competing priorities

Desirable: Local government finance experience

Why Join Us?

Join a forward-thinking finance team where you’ll work closely with services to shape strategy, improve performance, and help deliver better outcomes for our communities.

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 8th November 2026

Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 16th November 2026

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