Deputy Finance Business Partner — Location: Berkshire; Contract: Temporary (3 months); Salary: £769.54 per day umbrella / £676.79 PAYE Inclusive / £603.90 PAYE Exclusive; Start Date: ASAP; Contact: [email protected]

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local council in Berkshire for a Deputy Finance Business Partner to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will provide financial insight, analysis and advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budget monitoring, forecasting, and reporting activities across Children’s Services, ensuring robust financial management and statutory compliance.
• Act as the technical lead for Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) funding, including school funding formula development, DfE returns, and financial support to maintained schools.
• Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to senior leaders, supporting business planning, decision-making, risk managem...