Finance Business Partner

This position has been identified as a Politically Restricted post under The Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended) andthe Local Government (Politically Restricted Posts) (No.2) Regulations 1990 imposing political restrictions on the holders of certain posts.

The posts are either specified in the Act or contained in a list which the County Council is required to prepare and maintain. The list includes specified and sensitive positions.

Type of vacancy Permanent

Work pattern Full Time

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Work Base County Hall, Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities. Our Adult Social Care Finance Team is at the heart of this mission, providing essential support to services that enhance the lives of individuals across Nottinghamshire. Join us and be part of a team that truly cares.

Be there for your community when they need you most! We are seeking a Finance Business Partner to join our vibrant Adult Social Care Finance Team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with our Strategic Commissioning Directorate and the Urgent & Emergency Care and Safeguarding teams. Your financial insights will guide Service Directors, Heads of Service, and Team Managers in making informed decisions that matter.

As a Finance Business Partner, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading month-end processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Delivering insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Contributing to cross-departmental projects that enhance service delivery.
• Managing and developing a team member, fostering their growth and skills.
• Providing high-quality financial guidance to key stakeholders.

To thrive in this role, you should possess

• Strong financial management skills and knowledge of accounting procedures.
• Experience in financial analysis and reporting within a complex environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Collaboration:
  
  Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written skills to convey financial information clearly.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to identifying and resolving financial challenges.
• Leadership:
  Capability to inspire and guide team members towards achieving goals.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. Our benefits include:

• A place to belong: a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave and a comprehensive pension scheme.
• Wellbeing support to ensure you thrive both personally and professionally.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a real difference in your community! If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply today and join our dedicated team at Nottinghamshire County Council.

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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Clare Rickett on or by email

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.