Job Opportunity – Interim Finance Business Partner (Children's Social Care)
* Location: 100% Remote (35 Days Per Week)
* Salary: DOE
* Contract: Interim
* Start Date: ASAP
* Contract Length: 6 Months+
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead finance support for Children’s Social Care and related services (including safeguarding, placements, and early help)
· Oversee budget setting, forecasting, and in-year financial monitoring
· Provide detailed financial analysis on high-cost placements and demand trends
· Support the management of DSG (Dedicated Schools Grant) and schools funding where applicable
· Identify and manage financial risks, pressures, and savings opportunities
· Work closely with Directors, Heads of Service, and budget holders to provide financial advice and challenge
· Contribute to the Medium-Term Financial Plan (MTFP) and financial strategy
· Support service transformation and efficiency programmes
Successful candidates:
· Fully CCAB qualified or Equivalent
· Proven experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Finance Business Partner role
· Strong background in Children’s Social Care finance (highly desirable)
· Experience of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting in complex environments
· Knowledge of DSG, placements, and demand-led budgets (preferred)
· Local government experience highly desirable