The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner – Education to support a local authority during a busy period. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional with strong local government experience and a proven background in supporting Education and Children's Services budgets. You will play a key role in providing financial insight, challenging budget assumptions and supporting senior stakeholders with effective financial planning and decision-making. Key Responsibilities * Provide strategic financial support and business partnering to Education and Children's Services. * Manage and monitor complex education budgets, identifying financial risks and opportunities. * Lead on budget forecasting, financial reporting and variance analysis. * Support Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) monitoring, including High Needs Block pressures. * Work closely with budget holders, service directors and senior leadership teams. * Support the development of financial recovery plans and savings initiatives. * Provide financial advice on SEND expenditure, school funding and education-related services. * Prepare financial reports and recommendations for senior management. * Ensure compliance with local government financial regulations and reporting requirements. Essential Experience * Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner within local government. * Strong understanding of Education and/or Children's Services finance. * Knowledge of DSG, SEND and High Needs Block funding. * Experience managing complex budgets and challenging senior stakeholders. * Excellent financial modelling, forecasting and analytical skills. * Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced interim environment. * CCAB qualified, CIMA qualified or qualified by relevant experience. What's on Offer? * Competitive interim day rate. * Flexible / hybrid working arrangements. * Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a local authority. * Exposure to high-profile education finance challenges. Apply Now If you're an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner with a strong background in Education Finance, DSG or SEND, we'd love to hear from you