Finance Business Partner

Salvation Army Homes; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Westfield Healthcare Cash Back Plan

Matched pension up to 6%

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteer days

Job summary

Salvation Army Homes is seeking a talented Finance Business Partner to join our Finance Team in a hybrid role. You will advise operational leaders, drive budgeting and forecasting processes, and deliver insightful analyses to support strategic decisions.

You will lead monthly management accounts, annual budgets, and financial reports, while ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory requirements. A fully qualified accounting designation and strong stakeholder influence are essential.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in Finance Business Partnering or Management Accounting.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, management accounts and financial analysis.
• Ability to influence, challenge and support non-financial stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and departmental leaders.
• Support budget holders in developing and managing budgets and forecasts.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to improve performance.
• Lead the production of accurate monthly management accounts, annual budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts, and financial performance reports in line with agreed timetables.
• Monitor financial performance and identify risks and opportunities.
• Support business planning, investment appraisal, and strategic decision-making.
• Lead and coordinate annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Develop financial models and business cases for key projects and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Problem-solving

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial systems (ERP)

Job description

Make a Difference Through Finance

We are a specialist provider of housing and support services across England, owning and managing around 4,500 homes in partnership with 79 local authorities. We provide general needs housing, supported accommodation, and homes for older people.

We are looking for a talented and proactive Finance Business Partner to join our Finance Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who wants to use their expertise to support meaningful social impact.

As a trusted advisor to operational leaders, you will help drive financial performance, provide insightful analysis, and support strategic decision-making across the organisation. Your work will directly contribute to our mission of delivering excellent housing and support services to those who need them most.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and departmental leaders.
• Support budget holders in developing and managing budgets and forecasts.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to improve performance.
• Lead the production of accurate monthly management accounts, annual budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts, and financial performance reports in line with agreed timetables.
• Monitor financial performance and identify risks and opportunities.
• Support business planning, investment appraisal, and strategic decision-making.
• Lead and coordinate annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Develop financial models and business cases for key projects and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a Finance Business Partnering or Management Accounting role.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, management accounts, and financial analysis.
• Ability to influence, challenge, and support non-financial stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong financial systems experience.

Working Arrangements

• This is a hybrid role. You will work primarily from home but will need to occasionally attend the London Office (Denmark Hill).

Our Offer

In return, we offer a competitive and supportive benefits package, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days
• Westfield Healthcare Cash Back Plan (including cashback for optical, dental, therapies, plus 24/7 GP access and counselling support)
• Matched pension scheme up to 6% (with salary sacrifice option)
• Enhanced family leave from day one, including enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity pay
• Occupational sick pay
• Financial support options, including season ticket loans, emergency loans, mortgage advice and wellbeing support
• Paid volunteering days
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted private medical insurance
• Support to learn, broaden your skills and develop your career
• A fun and inclusive work culture where individual differences are valued and championed

Closing date: 15 October 2026 (please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large volume of applications)

Guaranteed interview scheme: Please let us know if you have a disability, are a Salvation Army Homes resident or ex‑resident, are a care leaver, or ex veteran as we guarantee an interview if you meet the minimum requirements of the role.

About Us

Founded in 1959, Salvation Army Homes is a registered provider and exempt charity, and a subsidiary of The Salvation Army. We are a specialist provider of housing and support services across England, owning and managing around 4,500 homes in partnership with 79 local authorities. We provide general needs housing, supported accommodation, and homes for older people. If you join our passionate staff team you will be contributing to our mission; “Safe Homes. Transform Lives” where you will make a positive difference to residents, who are at the heart of everything we do.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination.

If you require any adjustments or support to enable you to participate fully in the selection process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience.