Finance Business Analyst

Business Analyst, Finance, Children''s Services, £25 per hour, Interim Interim Finance Business Analyst - Children''s Services £25 per hour Hybrid (Remote possible) Full-time 3-month contract Immediate startAre you an experienced Finance Business Analyst with a background in local government? We''re recruiting for a temporary opportunity within a Children and Families Finance team, supporting the Children''s Travel Service.This is a fantastic chance to apply your financial expertise in a meaningful area, helping to shape services for children and young people. You''ll be working closely with service managers and senior stakeholders, providing financial oversight, strategic input, and budget monitoring. Key Responsibilities:Lead budget monitoring and forecasting for the Children''s Travel ServiceProvide financial challenge and insight to operational teamsPrepare and present financial reports to senior stakeholdersSupport savings plans and service reviewsEnsure compliance with funding conditions and internal controlsContribute to ad hoc financial projects and cross-directorate initiativesLiaise with external partners (e.g. SEND and Health) on joint funding arrangements What We''re Looking For:Essential:Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner in a local authorityStrong understanding of public sector funding and budget managementConfident communicator with the ability to influence non-finance colleaguesAdvanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial systemsAbility ..... full job details .....