Finance Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; 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 managing finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and staff mentoring. You'll lead supplier contract reviews and ensure adherence to reporting standards while fostering a culture of compliance and security. With a focus on staff development and project management, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and supports your career growth.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus 12 statutory days

Annual incremental pay increases

Auto-enrolment pension with employer contribution

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in finance functions.
• Strong background in management accounts and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Finance Improvement Plans and oversee budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory returns and promote GDPR compliance.

Skills

Management Accounts

Budgeting

Forecasting

Grant Applications

Staff Management

ISO Systems Knowledge

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, which supports individuals and families living with disabilities, autism, and brain injuries. The role is crucial in ensuring organizational effectiveness, compliance with reporting and regulation standards, and supervising various finance functions, including management accounts, variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. 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 and 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, including mentoring staff.

Requirements

1. Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, or ACCA).
2. At least 3 years' experience in a finance function within a large, diverse organization.
3. Experience in management accounts, forecasting, and budgeting.
4. Knowledge of ISO systems or other quality management systems.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with grant funding, including grant 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 benefits, including working from home and flexi-time policy.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Application Process

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