Senior Business Partner

The Council is proud of the way it manages its finances and is well positioned to deliver customer focussed service for the residents of South Derbyshire. By joining this organisation, you will be able to positively contribute to its financial strategies that are aligned to the delivery of the Corporate Plan.

This exciting opportunity plays a key role in the management of the Council's core financial responsibilities. You will be a confident, enthusiastic leader able to inspire your team to achieve goals in line with the Councils objectives.

We are looking for a member of a CCAB recognised body but would consider applications from finalists committed to achieving Charted Status, supported by strong Local Government experience. You will be responsible for leading, mentoring and developing 3 Business Partners, assisting in the preparation of the Statement of Accounts, corporate budgets and maintaining financial controls. Managing the Financial Management team, you will provide financial support in a wide range of technical accounting, VAT, projects, treasury, and provide strategic financial support and guidance to the senior officers across all service areas.

This post reports directly to the Finance Services Manager assisting in the provision of excellent and effective accounting services.

The role would be suitable for candidates looking to take the next step in their financial career, having previous experience in a technical accounting position.

Any informal queries relating to the post can be emailed to Head of Finance & Performance (Deputy S151 Officer), Charlotte Jackson at [email protected]

Provisional Interview Date: 13 December 2024

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.