Finance Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Business Partner to enhance organizational performance while supporting individuals and families with disabilities. This pivotal role involves managing finance functions, including budgeting and forecasting, while promoting compliance and staff development. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with a strong background in finance, ready to contribute to meaningful projects. With flexible working options and a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the finance sector.

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 options

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Finance Improvement Plans and assist with grant applications.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and oversee budgeting processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory returns and promote GDPR compliance.

Skills

Management Accounts

Budgeting

Forecasting

Grant Applications

Staff Development

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, an organization supporting individuals and families living with disabilities, autism, and brain injuries. The role is crucial for ensuring effective organizational performance, compliance with reporting requirements, 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 reports, including variance analysis.
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, mentoring, and staff development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, or ACCA).
• At least 3 years' experience in a finance function within a large, diverse organization.
• 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.
• Desirable: 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 opportunities.
• Staff recognition and reward incentives.
• Flexible working options, including remote work and flexi-time.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Application Process

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