Finance Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Business Partner to enhance financial performance and compliance. This pivotal role involves supervising management accounts, budgeting, and staff development within a dynamic finance department. You'll contribute to finance improvement initiatives, support grant applications, and ensure compliance with statutory regulations. With a focus on mentoring and staff training, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in an organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families with disabilities. Join a forward-thinking team that values professional growth and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus 12 statutory days

Annual incremental pay increases

Employer pension contribution

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff development opportunities

Recognition and reward incentives

Flexible working benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with at least 3 years of experience in finance.
• Experience in management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and oversee budgeting processes.
• Support grant applications and ensure compliance with statutory returns.
• Lead supplier contract reviews and mentor staff.

Skills

Management Accounts

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance Analysis

Staff Management

Grant Funding

ISO Systems

Education

Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, or ACCA)

Job description

Your new company, Hays Accountancy & Finance, is recruiting a Finance Business Partner on behalf of our client, an organization supporting individuals and families living with disabilities, autism, and brain injuries.

Role Overview

The role is crucial in ensuring the organization performs effectively and efficiently, complying with all external and internal reporting and compliance requirements. You will supervise a broad range of functions within the finance department, primarily focusing on management accounts, variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, as well as managing associated staff. Staff development and mentoring are key aspects of this role.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contribute to Finance Improvement Plans for services.
2. Assist with grant applications and claims.
3. Support grant and verification audits.
4. Lead supplier contract reviews and renewals, including tender processes.
5. Prepare monthly management accounts reports, including variance reports.
6. Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes.
7. Provide project management support.
8. Ensure compliance with statutory returns (e.g., Companies House, Charity Commission).
9. Promote GDPR compliance and cyber security within the department.
10. Line management and staff training.
11. Support and mentor staff.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, or ACCA).
• At least 3 years' experience in a finance function within a large, diverse organization.
• Experience in management accounts, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Knowledge of ISO systems or other quality management systems.
• Desirable: Experience with grant funding, including grant claims and applications.
• Desirable: Experience in managing and mentoring staff.

Benefits

• Starting on 23 days annual leave pro rata plus 12 statutory days.
• Annual incremental pay increases.
• Auto-enrolment pension with employer contribution of 4% and employee contribution of 5%.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Staff development through training and learning opportunities.
• Staff recognition and reward incentives.
• Flexible working benefits, including working from home and flexi-time policy.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Next Steps

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