Finance Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Business Partner to enhance organizational effectiveness and compliance. This pivotal role involves supervising finance functions, including management accounts and budgeting, while promoting staff development and mentoring. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in large organizations, ready to lead finance improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The company offers a supportive environment with flexible working options and opportunities for professional growth, making it an exciting opportunity for finance professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus statutory days

Annual pay increases

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Occupational Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and learning opportunities

Staff recognition incentives

Flexible working options

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with a minimum of 3 years' experience in finance.
• Expertise in management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Finance Improvement Plans and oversee budgeting processes.
• Prepare and analyze monthly management accounts and variance reports.

Skills

Management Accounts

Budgeting

Forecasting

Staff Development

Variance Analysis

Project Management

GDPR Compliance

Education

CIMA

ACA

CIPFA

ACCA

Tools

ISO Quality Management Systems

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.

The role is crucial in ensuring organizational effectiveness and efficiency, compliance with reporting and regulatory requirements, and will supervise various functions within the finance department, including management accounts, variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Staff development and mentoring are key aspects of this position.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, or ACCA).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance role within a large, diverse organization.
• Experience in management accounts, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Knowledge of ISO or other quality management systems.

Desirable:

• Experience with grant funding, including claims and applications.
• 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 options, including working from home and flexi-time.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Next Steps:

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