Finance Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Finance Business Partner to enhance financial performance and compliance. This pivotal role involves overseeing management accounts, budgeting, and staff development within a supportive organization dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities. You will lead financial improvements, manage grant applications, and ensure adherence to quality standards. Enjoy a flexible working environment with numerous benefits, including generous leave and professional development opportunities. If you are a qualified accountant with a passion for finance and team mentorship, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus statutory days

Annual incremental pay increases

Auto-enrolment pension with employer contribution

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff development opportunities

Flexible working benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with at least 3 years of finance experience.
• Proficient in management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Finance Improvement Plans and manage budgeting processes.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and ensure compliance with statutory returns.

Skills

Management Accounts

Budgeting

Forecasting

Staff Management

Variance Analysis

Grant Funding

Education

CIMA

ACA

CIPFA

ACCA

Tools

ISO Systems

Job description

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Finance Business Partner, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client:

HAYS Specialist Recruitment

Location:

Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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 the organisation performs effectively and efficiently, complying with all external and internal reporting and compliance requirements. The role will supervise various functions within the finance department, primarily focusing on management accounts, variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and staff management. Staff development and mentoring are key aspects of this role.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Contributing to Finance Improvement Plans for services.
2. Assisting with grant applications and claims.
3. Supporting grant and verification audits.
4. Leading supplier contract reviews and renewals, including tender processes.
5. Preparing monthly management accounts reports, including variance reports.
6. Overseeing budgeting and forecasting processes.
7. Providing project management support.
8. Ensuring compliance with statutory returns (e.g., Companies House, Charity Commission).
9. Promoting GDPR compliance and cybersecurity within the department.
10. Line management and staff training.
11. Supporting and mentoring staff.

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, or ACCA).
• At least 3 years' experience in a finance function within a large, diverse organisation.
• Experience in management accounts, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Knowledge of ISO systems or other quality management systems.
• Desirable: Experience with grant funding, including grant claims and applications.
• Experience in managing and mentoring staff.

Benefits include:

• 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.

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