Associate Business Partner - Finance Romford (Hybrid - 1-2 days onsite) £450 per day Start: 1 July 2026 Contract: Interim DBS: Basic required About the RoleWe''re recruiting for two Associate Business Partners to join a forward-thinking local authority finance team during an exciting period of transformation.This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the Finance Business Partnering function, supporting the organisation through its performance cycle with a strong focus on financial reporting, analysis, and in-year decision support.You''ll act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, helping drive value for money, improve financial performance, and support the delivery of key services to the community. Key ResponsibilitiesLead on financial reporting and analytical review across service areasProvide expert financial advice to budget holders and senior stakeholdersSupport budget setting, forecasting, and in-year financial monitoringAnalyse performance against budgets, forecasts, and benchmarksDeliver clear insights to support operational decision-makingBuild capability by training and supporting budget holdersContribute to year-end accounts, grant claims, and bidsSupport development of business cases (less complex)Ensure strong financial governance, control, and complianceChallenge stakeholders to improve financial outcomes and efficiency What We''re Looking ForPart-qualified CCAB accountant or AAT qualified with strong experienceProven experience in:Financial ma