Finance Business Partner

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes); Wytham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Oxford is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves delivering financial insights and partnering closely with the Marketing and HR teams. Candidates must possess strong analytical and financial management skills. This position is on-site 5 days a week, offering a salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (pro rata).

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner or similar role.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to present financial data.
• Experience in month-end reporting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyse monthly results to deliver financial commentary.
• Lead forecasting and planning cycles ensuring alignment with stakeholders.
• Prepare and present financial performance insights during reviews.
• Partner with stakeholders to build and support business cases.
• Track and manage project cashflows identifying financial risks.
• Act as a strategic finance partner to the Marketing and HR teams.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Overview

Finance Business Partner (6-Month FTC) – Location: Oxford, on-site 5 days per week. Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (6 months). Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (pro rata). Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced and commercially driven Finance Business Partner to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This hands-on role will play a key part in delivering financial insight, supporting strategic decisions, and partnering with our Marketing and HR functions. You'll be based on-site 5 days a week, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive performance, manage forecasting, and support business cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Month-End Performance Reporting: Review and analyse monthly results. Collaborate with the Controllership team to identify required adjustments. Deliver clear, action-oriented financial commentary to stakeholders.
• Forecasting & Planning: Lead planning and forecasting cycles for assigned departments. Ensure forecasts align with the annual operating plan and stakeholder expectations. Highlight risks, opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Quarterly Commercial Reviews: Prepare and present key financials and performance insights. Work with business leaders and senior management to drive commercial performance.
• Business Case Support: Partner with stakeholders to build robust business cases. Provide financial modelling, investment appraisal, and scenario analysis.
• Project Financial Management: Track and manage project cashflows. Identify financial risks and recommend actions to support successful delivery.
• Business Partnering: Act as a strategic finance partner to Marketing and HR teams. Build strong relationships to support data-driven decisions and add value.