Finance Project Lead

Michael Page; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity organization in Birmingham is seeking a Financial Business Partner to lead budgeting and financial reporting, driving efficiency and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, be a qualified accountant, and possess strong skills in business partnering and cost management. This role offers a competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000, flexible hybrid working, and generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday

Flexible hybrid working

Strong pension and benefits offering

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in business partnering and cost management.
• Strong track record in leading cost-efficiency projects.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders confidently.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders.
• Deliver cost-focused financial projects.

Skills

Business partnering

Cost management

Analytical thinking

Education

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent)

Job description

This senior role leads financial business partnering, driving insight, strategic planning, and cost-focused projects to improve efficiency, maximise value, and support sustainable service delivery.

Client Details

Our client is a national charity focused on creating positive social change for disadvantaged communities. With a strong values-driven approach, they deliver impactful services that support inclusion, opportunity, and long-term outcomes. This is an opportunity to join an organisation where purpose, compassion, and integrity guide every decision.

Description

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and in-year financial reporting across core service areas.
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders, providing analysis and challenge on financial performance.
• Deliver cost-focused financial projects, including efficiency reviews, cost base analysis, and resource reallocation initiatives.
• Support modelling for tenders, re-tenders, and new business opportunities.
• Lead on cost centre and P&L reviews, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and monitored.
• Support implementation of new services, ensuring cost considerations are built into delivery models.
• Promote financial understanding across operational teams, aligning resources with strategic priorities.

Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) with 5+ years' experience.
• Strong track record in business partnering and cost management.
• Experienced in leading cost-efficiency or value-for-money projects.
• Analytical, commercially minded, and confident influencing senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative, proactive, and aligned with the organisation's mission and values.

Job Offer

• £70,000 - £75,000
• Generous holiday
• Flexible hybrid working - 1x day in Birmingham office and 1x day onsite in service centres
• Strong pension and benefits offering