Assistant Finance Business Partner

Assistant Finance Business Partner

Reference: APR

Location: This is a hybrid role, requiring work at our headquarters at the Lodge in Sandy, Bedfordshire, as needed for month–end, training, etc.

Contract: Fixed–Term for 12 months, with potential to become permanent.

Hours: Part–Time, 0.6 FTE, 22.5 hours/week with some flexibility.

Salary: GBP33,027 – GBP35,259 per annum.

Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, 26 days' Annual Leave.

The RSPB reserves the right to extend or convert this role to permanent status without further advertising based on business needs.

Team and Role Overview

The Financial Planning & Reporting Team seeks an Assistant Business Partner (AFBP) to join promptly.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support Finance Business Partners and the Senior Reporting Accountant with weekly and monthly financial reports and management accounts.
2. Complete reconciliations and maintain records for budget monitoring and forecasting.
3. Investigate variances and assist with finance system maintenance.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 or CIMA/ACCA part–qualified.
• Numerate with proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Excel.
• Strong relationship-building skills within the finance team and ability to resolve queries with non-finance colleagues.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in financial analysis, scenario modelling, and risk management to inform decision-making.
• Understanding of business issues and potential interventions to enhance performance.
• Ability to identify key performance metrics and communicate insights effectively.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience as a management accountant or in a finance business partnering role.
• Exposure to charitable reporting.
• Experience with budgeting and project accounting.

Additional Information

Interviews will be scheduled upon application review. The advert may close once sufficient applications are received.

To apply, please submit your CV and complete the online application form, including a cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria.

This role requires a DBS/PVG/Access NI check and standard pre-employment screening.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We especially encourage applications from people of colour and disabled individuals. Please contact us for support with your application if needed.

Additional Notes

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and does not qualify for UK Visa Sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.