6 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: The Finance Business Support team is responsible for providing the Met Office with expert financial guidance, control and best practice to support key decisions at all levels to deliver corporate objectives. The team consists of 7 Business Partners, supported by a team of assistants, and managed by the Head of Finance Business Support. The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with the Executive Directors, Associate Directors and Business Managers providing expert advice to ensure effective financial management and control in the Met Office. This role will support an area of the business (in common with all Finance Business Partners) but also lead on some specific disciplines (VAT). A final portfolio will be agreed depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): Collaborate with department heads to understand their financial needs and provide tailored financial advice and support to help them make informed decisions. Lead on the Met Office's quarterly VAT return and the triaging of VAT queries from around the business. Build and maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, manage senior managers' and stakeholders' expectations, and develop a deep understanding of the business's commercial and operational drivers. Control expenditure in line with budgets/approved expenditure by providing support and challenge to ensure excellent financial management. Facilitate the production of budgets, plans and forecasts to ensure affordability and balanced risk. Skills/Experience: Highly effective verbal and written communication skills demonstrating your ability to influence and constructively challenge at a senior level. The ability to explain financial concepts to both Finance and non-Finance colleagues. A willingness to challenge the status quo and explore ways to improve working practices. Additional Information: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with relevant post qualification experience. For this role you will need evidence of tax (VAT) experience. The closing date: 13/11/2024 @ 17:00. Hybrid/remote working. #J-18808-Ljbffr