Finance Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Business Partner to enhance organizational effectiveness and ensure compliance with reporting requirements. This pivotal role involves supervising finance functions, focusing on management accounts, budgeting, and staff development. You will lead finance improvement initiatives, assist with grant applications, and ensure compliance with statutory returns. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and flexible working arrangements, making it an exciting opportunity for finance professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus statutory days

Annual incremental pay increases

Auto-enrolment pension

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Staff recognition and reward incentives

Flexible working options

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and variance reports.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Lead supplier contract reviews and renewals.

Skills

Management Accounts

Forecasting

Budgeting

Staff Development

Variance Analysis

Grant Applications

Compliance

GDPR Compliance

Education

CIMA

ACA

CIPFA

ACCA

Tools

ISO Quality Management Systems

Job description

Job Title: Finance Business Partner

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.

Role Overview: The role is crucial in ensuring organizational effectiveness and compliance with external and internal reporting requirements. You will supervise various functions within the finance department, focusing on management accounts, variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, staff development, and mentoring.

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 cybersecurity within the department.
10. 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 Criteria:

• Experience with grant funding, including claims and applications.
• Experience 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.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Staff recognition and reward incentives.
• Flexible working options, including remote work and flexi-time.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Next Steps:

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