Finance Business Partner

Transforming Support; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A purpose-driven organisation in Manchester is seeking a Finance Business Partner to lead their finance team and drive financial excellence. This full-time role requires strong leadership, advanced financial skills, and a commitment to delivering results. Key responsibilities include managing revenue streams, preparing group management accounts, and overseeing cash management among others. The ideal candidate will hold a full finance qualification and possess excellent attention to detail. Join this dynamic team to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Training and development support

Private pension scheme

Hybrid working options

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance roles.
• Ability to lead a finance team.
• Experience in preparing group management accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small finance team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage revenue streams, invoicing, and revenue recognition.
• Perform month-end reviews and prepare management accounts.
• Prepare and review quarterly VAT returns.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Excellent attention to detail

Exceptional verbal communication skills

Proactive, problem-solving mindset

Collaborative spirit

Education

Full finance qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, etc.)

Job description

Are you a Senior Financial Accountant looking for an exciting new challenge? Join our Manchester team and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of a purpose-driven organisation!

Finance Business Partner

Manchester, M2

• Full time, 40 hours per week
• Up to £55,000 per annum
• Permanent position

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Transforming Support is a compassionate organisation committed to enhancing the lives of adults with additional learning requirements. Our mission is to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives, celebrate their strengths, and make meaningful choices about their aspirations. We strive to create a world where quality living and exceptional outcomes flourish through person-centred.

The Role

We're looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our dynamic team in Manchester. This role is perfect for a driven finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is passionate about delivering financial excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a small finance team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Manage revenue streams, invoicing, and revenue recognition.
• Review and analyse debtor ageing balances and oversee credit control.
• Oversee cash management, including supplier payments, customer collections, bank reconciliations, and weekly cash flow forecasting.
• Maintain expenditure records and accurately code invoices.
• Perform month-end reviews and prepare group management accounts, providing detailed analysis and recommendations.
• Lead monthly forecast meetings and report variances with action plans.
• Prepare and review quarterly VAT returns.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and year-end accounts, managing the audit process.
• Review year-end tax returns.

Benefits

• 23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Bonus scheme (as per company policy).
• Training and development support.
• Private pension scheme.
• Hybrid working options.
• Career progression opportunities in a growing organisation with ambitious goals.

The Ideal Candidate

• A full finance qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, etc.).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a pragmatic approach.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills across all levels.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a clear ability to tackle complex financial issues.
• The confidence to navigate ambiguity, offer innovative solutions, and deliver results.
• A collaborative spirit, building strong working relationships both internally and externally.
• A natural curiosity to challenge the status quo and explore new ways of working.

Join us and be part of something truly special. Apply today and help us make a difference!

How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Financial Controller, Senior Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial Analyst, Finance Manager, Commercial Accountant, Group Accountant, Business Finance Analyst, Senior Finance Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis Manager