Finance Business Partner

Hays; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays Recruitment is looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner for a public sector finance team in Lisburn. This role involves influencing financial decision-making and providing strategic insights while ensuring compliance and effective financial management. Ideal candidates will hold a professional accountancy qualification and possess strong analytical skills, with a focus on enhancing financial functions across departments.

Benefits

Flexible working options available

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience in management accounting and financial analysis.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to senior stakeholders.
• Access to transport to meet the role's requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive financial management to designated departments.
• Lead on budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and scenario planning.
• Promote financial awareness and deliver training across departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Full membership of a recognised professional accountancy body

Job description

Your new company

Hays Recruitment is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Business Partner to join a dynamic public sector finance team. This is a key role offering the opportunity to influence financial decision-making, support senior leadership, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality financial services.

Your new role

1. Deliver comprehensive financial management to designated departments.
2. Provide strategic financial insight and challenge to senior leaders.
3. Lead on budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and scenario planning.
4. Ensure financial governance, compliance, and value for money.
5. Support business case development and long-term financial planning.
6. Act as a liaison between operational and corporate finance teams.
7. Promote financial awareness and deliver training across departments.
8. Contribute to continuous improvement and transformation of finance functions.

What you'll need to succeed

1. Full membership of a recognised professional accountancy body.
2. Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience in management accounting and financial analysis.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
4. Proven ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to senior stakeholders.
5. Advanced Excel and IT proficiency.
6. Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills.
7. A valid driving licence or access to transport to meet the role's requirements.

What you'll get in return

Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now

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