DSG Finance Business Partner (Interim)

Finance Business Partner - Children's & Schools - Interim Spencer 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 Offer Rate: £590 - £750 per day Contract length: 3-6 months initially Full-time Remote working Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The 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 You You 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 DSG reporting and statutory returns experience. · Experience leading a team within a finance business partnering environment. · Ability to challenge services confidently while maintaining strong working relationships. · CCAB / CIMA qualification, or strong relevant experience. How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £300. If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply