Finance Business Partner: Influence Strategy & Budgets

Castle Employment; Heslington; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a well-structured finance team during a period of internal change. You will work closely with senior non-financial leaders, providing financial insights while improving budget ownership and accountability. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with experience in business partnering and line management. This opportunity includes a salary range of £58,000 to £68,000, six weeks holiday, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Six weeks holiday plus bank holidays

14.5% employer pension contribution

Supportive, collaborative finance team

Access to senior leadership

Fixed term until August 2027

Qualifications

• Qualified accountants (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) preferred.
• Experience in business partnering is essential.
• Confident influencing skills with senior stakeholders required.
• Ability to simplify financial information is crucial.
• Line management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior stakeholders across the business.
• Provide clear, proactive financial analysis and guidance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning cycles.
• Challenge constructively and influence decision making.
• Improve financial accountability and ownership.
• Lead on financial reviews, performance tracking and corrective actions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Stakeholder influence

Budget management

Line management

Proactive communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a well-structured finance team during a period of internal change. You will work closely with senior non-financial leaders, providing financial insights while improving budget ownership and accountability. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with experience in business partnering and line management. This opportunity includes a salary range of £58,000 to £68,000, six weeks holiday, and a collaborative work environment.