Finance Business Partner (Maternity Cover)

First Intuition Ltd; Leeds, Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a finance manager for maternity cover in a dynamic organization. This role involves managing the finance function, including monthly management accounts, budget preparation, and driving process improvements. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified in ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA, or ICAS, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. The company promotes a flexible working environment with a commitment to employee well-being and development, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow their career in finance.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working available

Flexible working policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Training and development opportunities

Long term career prospects

Employee perks and discounts

Qualifications

• Fully qualified in ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA, or ICAS.
• Strong analytical and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly management accounts and annual budget preparation.
• Drive process improvements and support the Board with reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Credit Control

Education

ICAEW Qualification

CIMA Qualification

ACCA Qualification

ICAS Qualification

Tools

Excel

Xero

Job description

Location: Greek Street, Leeds/ Pennine 5, Sheffield

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

This is a maternity cover for 6-12 months.

Overview

A hands-on individual to manage the finance function in a rapidly growing dynamic young organisation.

You will be organised, have an analytical mindset, and be highly motivated to drive process improvements.

Detail

Key responsibilities include:

• Monthly management accounts
• Preparation of annual budget and quarterly profit and cash flow forecast
• Monthly board pack
• Process improvements to optimise efficiencies
• Ad hoc reporting and analysis to support the Board of Directors
• Credit Control
• VAT returns
• Annual accounts

Other requirements:

• Must be fully qualified ICAEW / CIMA / ACCA / ICAS
• An excellent communicator
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Organised with excellent time management skills to ensure deadlines are met
• Strong working knowledge of Excel
• Experience of Xero an advantage but not essential

Benefits:

• 30 days annual leave (based on full-time hours) PLUS bank holidays
• Hybrid working available, equipment provided for homeworking
• Flexible-working positive employer with a range of family-friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24-hour confidential access to counselling and support services
• Competitive Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Training and development opportunities
• Long term career prospects in a growing company
• Employee perks including a range of discounts to suit your lifestyle

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting young people and vulnerable adults and follow Safer Recruitment processes. All successful candidates will need to complete a DBS check, with some roles requiring an Enhanced check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the interview process, please let us know, and we will be happy to support you.