Interim Assistant Finance Business Partner

Project overview

Interim Assistant Finance Business Partner/Management Accountant

Project details

£350 - £400 per day

Contract: 6 months

Hybrid - 1 day per week on site

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Interim Finance professional to support a local authority finance team on an initial 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience to work closely with budget holders and senior stakeholders, helping to drive effective financial management and support informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Person Specification

• Support budget monitoring and forecasting across service departments.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, variance analysis and financial performance reports.
• Work closely with budget holders to review expenditure, identify budget pressures and develop savings plans.
• Support the annual budget-setting process and Medium-Term Financial Planning.
• Prepare financial reports and analysis for senior management and elected Members.
• Assist with year-end accounts, including accruals, provisions and external audit queries.
• Analyse financial data, trends and performance indicators to identify risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with local authority financial regulations, policies and procedures.
• Provide financial advice, constructive challenge and support to operational managers.
• Support the development of business cases, grant monitoring and financial modelling as required.
• Part-qualified CCAB/CIMA accountant or qualified by experience.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using financial management systems.
• Experience producing management accounts, financial reports and forecasts.
• Previous local government finance experience is desirable.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across service areas.
• Ability to explain complex financial information clearly to non-finance managers.
• Experience supporting budget holders within a complex organisation.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Start: flexible
• Location: London, South East England, GB, GB
• Rate: 44-50 EUR/h