Finance Business PartnerLocation: HampshireContract: Temporary (3 months)Salary: 38.21 umbrella / 34.15 PAYE Inclusive / 30.47 PAYE ExclusiveStart Date: ASAPContact: (url removed) Job DescriptionService Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Hampshire for a Finance Business Partner to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will work closely with Service Directors and senior stakeholders to provide high-quality financial insight, challenge, and decision support while leading a team of Financial Analysts to deliver strong financial governance and value for money. Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with senior leaders and budget holders to provide strategic financial advice, robust challenge, and commercial insight to support decision-making.Lead financial planning, forecasting, business modelling, and performance analysis to support medium and long-term organisational objectives.Drive financial governance, budget control, and value-for-money initiatives, identifying opportunities for savings, efficiencies, and income generation.Manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing Finance Business Partnering team, promoting continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery.Candidate CriteriaFully qualified accountant with experience in budget setting and monitoring processProven experience managing teams, including performance management, development, recruitment, and stakeholder engagement.Strong background in budget setting, financial ..... full job details .....