Finance Business Partner – Fundraising

Morgan Law; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Finance Business Partner to elevate fundraising efforts through strategic financial insight and support. This pivotal role requires a finance leader with expertise in charity finance, capable of influencing stakeholders and driving financial performance for impactful charitable activities. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary and work within a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of fundraising or charity finance, particularly in individual giving subscriptions.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders with data-driven insight and clear financial analysis.
• Proficiency in budget setting and interpreting financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Partner with fundraising leaders to support income growth across key streams.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning for fundraising functions.
• Manage restricted fund accounting and evaluate return on investment for campaigns.

Skills

Data-driven insight

Financial analysis

Budget setting

Performance tracking

Collaboration

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification

Job description

Finance Business Partner – Fundraising
Salary: £70,000
Location: London/Hybrid

Are you a finance leader who’s passionate about making a difference? My ambitious and purpose-led client is looking for a Finance Business Partner to support high-impact fundraising and charitable activities, driving strategic insight and financial performance.

As a senior member of the finance team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and supporting fundraising teams to maximise income and impact. From driving growth in individual giving and legacy fundraising, to championing financial sustainability and accountability, your work will directly contribute to meaningful social change.

What you’ll do:

• Partner with fundraising leaders to support income growth across key streams including individual giving, legacies, and high-value donors.
• Provide proactive financial insight and commercial challenge to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead transparent budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning for charitable and fundraising functions.
• Support funding proposals and ensure rigorous financial reporting to funders and stakeholders.
• Manage restricted fund accounting and evaluate return on investment for major campaigns and initiatives.
• Bring clarity to complexity-ensuring that financial data drives action and impact at every level.

What you’ll bring:

• Strong knowledge of fundraising or charity finance, particularly in individual giving subscriptions.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders with data-driven insight and clear financial analysis.
• Proficiency in budget setting, performance tracking, and interpreting financial metrics.
• A collaborative mindset, with the confidence to challenge and support teams at every level.
• A recognised accountancy qualification is desirable, alongside familiarity with charity-specific accounting practices.