Robertson Bell are supporting a local authority to recruit an Interim Finance Business Partner on an initial six-month contract.

This is a specialist opportunity for an experienced local government finance professional with significant Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) experience.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the financial management of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG)

• Monitoring budgets, forecasting performance and providing financial challenge where required

• Completing and supporting statutory and government returns

• Contributing to Safety Valve and wider DSG recovery and funding reform plans

• Providing financial advice to senior stakeholders across education and finance

The successful candidate will have:

• Significant experience managing DSG finances within a local authority environment

• Strong understanding of DSG deficits, recovery plans and funding reform programmes