To apply: West Lindsey District Council does not accept CV’s. All applications must be submitted through our West Lindsey District Council website.
Band 8 £34,434 to £38,220 per annum (Pay Award Pending)
Full time 37hrs per week (part time would also be considered)
Based at the Guildhall, Gainsborough (with provision to work from home)
To apply: Please visit our website for a full Job Description and Person Specification, for more details about the role and to apply online.
Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to make a real impact? We are seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide high-quality financial advice, analysis and challenge that supports effective decision-making and delivers value for money across the organisation.
The Role
· Act as the lead finance contact for designated service areas.
· Support budget preparation, monitoring and forecasting.
· Develop business cases, options appraisals and financial models.
· Support grant applications, benchmarking and statutory reporting.
· Promote continuous improvement and strong business partnering.
About You
· AAT qualified/part-qualified or part-qualified CIPFA (or equivalent).
· Experience in budget setting, monitoring and forecasting.
· Strong technical accounting and local government finance knowledge.
· Experience influencing managers through financial insight and challenge.
· Excellent analytical, communication and Excel skills.
Why Join Us?
· Influence key organisational decisions.
· Work closely with senior managers.
· Develop your career in a forward-thinking finance team.
· Help deliver better services and value for money for local communities.
If you are a motivated finance professional who wants to use your expertise to support better services and outcomes, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our website for a full Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply: Please visit our website for a full Job Description and Person Specification, for more details about the role and to apply online.
Applicants will be subject to a Basic DBS check.
All recruitment correspondence, including interview invites will be sent out via email.
If you would like to discuss the role, contact Sue Leversedge (Head of Finance-Deputy S151) on 01427 676541 to arrange an informal discussion.
Please note we do not accept CV’s as a form of application.
Closing date: Sunday 30th August 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 15th September 2026
The Council has a commitment to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. Also we operate a no smoking policy.
Pay: £34,434.00-£38,220.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gainsborough DN21 2NA
