DSG Finance Business Partner (Interim)

Finance Business Partner - Children''s and Schools - InterimSpencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner to lead financial support across Children''s Services and Schools.This is a senior interim assignment supporting the full budget cycle, DSG reporting, statutory returns and high-quality budget monitoring across the Directorate.What''s on OfferRate: £590 - £750 per day Contract length: 3-6 months initially Full-timeRemote working Start: ASAP / subject to noticeThe RoleThe successful candidate will lead on financial support to Children''s and Schools, working closely with the Directorate to provide robust advice, challenge and financial reporting.Key responsibilities: Leading financial support across Children''s Services and Schools. Managing the full budget cycle, including budget setting, monitoring and year-end activity. Producing high-quality budget monitoring information for senior stakeholders. Leading on DSG reporting and statutory returns. Providing robust challenge to service assumptions, forecasts and financial plans. Working closely with Directors, Heads of Service and budget holders to support effective decision-making. Leading and supporting a finance team to deliver timely, accurate financial advice.About YouYou will ideally have: Strong Local Authority finance experience across Children''s Services and Schools. Proven experience of the full budget cycle within a Children''s Directorate. Strong ..... full job details .....