Head of Finance Business Partnering

2 Month Contract - £600-£800 Per Day Inside IR35 - Hybrid Working

Cedar Recruitment are looking for a strategic Finance Leader to head up the Business Partnering function on an interim basis, for a Local Authority in the South East region.

The role will involve driving financial performance across the Council. The successful person will work closely with senior leaders and elected members, providing expert advice, robust challenge, and clear insight to support key decisions.

Main Duties:

• Lead and develop a high performing finance team
• Partner with senior stakeholders to influence strategy and outcomes
• Deliver clear financial insight, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Drive budget setting, financial planning, and cost improvement initiatives
• Support major transformation programmes, providing expert financial guidance
• Identify risks and opportunities, ensuring sustainable decision-making

Essential Experience:

• Qualified accountant ie. CIMA or ACCA
• strong leadership experience with experience in managing medium-large teams
• Proven track record in business partnering and strategic finance
• Extensive experience of working in the public sector including local authority settings
• Be a confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior level
• Commercially aware, proactive, and solutions-focused

Should this role sound of interest, please apply and one of the team will be in touch should you meet the minimum requirements.

Alternatively, please refer someone for a voucher if they are successfully placed and stay for the duration of the contract.