To provide operational financial advice to all levels of the organisation to inform decision making, by recognising the services delivered and the framework in which the business operates. To provide leadership to the operational finance business partnering team. To develop and manage the production of the monthly management accounts, and business partnering packs for all entities within the organisation, including analysis and explanation of variance to budget, cashflows with accurate and timely forecasting and preparation of SMT and Board papers and presentations as required. Successfully lead and manage the production and reporting of annual budgets, reconciling to 40 year plan. Prepare and inform Executive and Board papers and presentations as required. Responsible for the review of payroll costs and reporting of performance data monthly with Heads of Departments. Work closely with the People Services Team to support the monthly payroll checking process, ensuring monthly reconciliations are complete to a satisfactory standard. Responsible for ensuring the planning of work collaboratively and seamlessly with budget holders/senior leadership and heads of service ensuring that all finances are explained and understood. Provide financial training and guidance to budget holders. Identifying opportunities for income generation and identifying key trends and issues affecting financial performance. Providing pro-active, future focused decision support to Directorates, using fina