Description
My client is a large organisation that sits within the public sector. They are currently looking for a Finance Business Partner to work specifically within the Public Health space.
This role has been established to deliver all aspects of operational financial management within a directorate. The role is expected to build strong relationships with internal partners and be a key and active member of manager forums.
The successful candidate will be involved with setting up a shadow budget monitoring process for the Public Health function, taking the analysis of returns from the Trusts and producing proposals for reporting structures and then taking agreed option forward and implementing knowledge transfer from the Trusts, particularly around year end issues.
Key Accountabilities
*Prepare robust financial plans for services in line with the directorate's strategic objectives. Monitor performance and analyse key variances timely, proposing remedial action as required.
*Provide timely and accurate information and expert advice to senior budget holders to allow effective management of their budgets and assist them in carrying out their financial duties, constructively challenging where appropriate to influence decision making.
*Proactively promote a culture which empowers budget holders and supports the delivery of value for money services, including reporting on benchmark information and key cost drivers.
*Analyse, interpret and communicate complex financial and performance data, and provide financial advice in the form of management reports. Responsible for the completion of financial returns and questionnaires as required.
*Develop a sound understanding of the services unit costs, interpreting price/activity variances. Implement appropriate cost drivers for service budgets and ensure accurate preparation, monitoring and control of estimates and forecasts.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
*Full CCAB Qualification
*Knowledge & understanding of financial management issues within an organisation
*Proven track record of process and practice improvements within a finance setting
*Taking the lead in financial planning and management for a service
*Providing quality financial advice & support to managers on complex financial issues and influencing decision making
*Contributing to the development of financial systems and processes
*Evaluating and supporting innovative and effective means of financing the delivery of services
Allegis Group Limited and Aston Carter Limited operate Employment Businesses and Agencies and are companies within the Allegis Group Inc. group of companies, the fourth largest staffing company in the world, (collectively referred to as the "Allegis Group"). TEKsystems and Aerotek are divisions of Allegis Group Limited. Applicant data will be treated in accordance with the Allegis Group's Privacy Notice.