Finance Business Partner, 6-month contract

Cooper Parry; Glenrothes; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Fife-based organization is seeking a Finance Business Partner for a 6-month contract to support financial strategy and decision-making. This role involves delivering business partnering, preparing financial reports, and assisting with cost analysis. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong management accounting skills and stakeholder management experience. The position offers a supportive environment with hybrid working (3 days in office).

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative environment

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Proven track record in management accounting and business partnering.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, produce detailed reports.
• Strong influencing skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver proactive business partnering for financial targets.
• Prepare and present financial reports for decision-making.
• Assist with cost analysis and scenario modeling.

Skills

Management accounting

Business partnering

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified accountant or equivalent experience

Job description

Our client is a Fife-based organisation dedicated to delivering high-quality services and driven by a strong social purpose. We are currently recruiting a Finance Business Partner to join their team in a 6-month contract, to play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and supporting informed decision‑making across the organisation. This role has been created during a time of positive growth to support the Finance Manager and wider finance team. You will work closely with senior leaders and contribute to projects that drive growth and efficiency.

The Opportunity

As Finance Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing financial insight and analysis to support strategic objectives. Your role will be varied and impactful, including:

• Delivering proactive business partnering to help key stakeholders set realistic financial targets and identify opportunities for growth and cost optimisation.
• Preparing and presenting financial reports, including budget variances and forecasts, to assist decision-making.
• Assisting stakeholders with cost analysis, scenario modelling and tenders to support new business opportunities.
• Supporting the planning and implementation of annual budgets and financial models, including sensitivity analysis.
• Supervise the processing of all creditor payments, debtor receipts, accruals and prepayments.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance practice and knowledge.
• Supporting the preparation for internal and external audits.

The Candidate

We are looking for a commercially aware, qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) with strong technical and interpersonal skills. You will bring:

• A proven track record in management accounting and business partnering with an ability to analyse and interpret data, produce detailed reports, and provide actionable insights.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels.
• Knowledge of financial regulations, VAT rules, and data protection requirements.
• High standards of accuracy, numeracy, and problem‑solving ability.

Benefits and Flexibility

Our client offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, hybrid working (3 in office days) and flexible working hours. While no guarantees can be made, there is a possibility of longer term opportunity with this organisation.

Next Steps

If you are a proactive finance professional looking for a role to start ASAP, where you can add value across the organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your full CV and details of your availability.