Head of Financial Planning and Business Partnering

Head of Financial Planning and Business PartneringSalary: £63,280 - £75,805 per annumLocation: Local AuthorityHours: 37 hours per week Reporting to: Chief Finance Officer About the RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a local authority as Head of Financial Planning and Business Partnering. This is a key leadership position responsible for leading the Council''s financial planning, revenue budget setting process, medium-term financial strategy and Finance Business Partnering function. You will play a pivotal role in supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation, ensuring robust financial management, effective budget monitoring and the delivery of high-quality financial advice to senior managers and elected members. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the annual revenue budget-setting process and Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) Develop financial forecasts for all funding streams, including Council Tax and Business RatesCoordinate the identification of budget pressures, efficiencies and savings opportunitiesLead the Council''s Finance Business Partnering service, providing strategic financial support across all service areasManage revenue budget monitoring, forecasting and financial reporting processesSupport the closure of accounts process and contribute to the delivery of the annual financial statements and external auditEnsure the timely completion of statutory financial returns and regulatory requirements Build ..... full job details .....