Senior Finance Business Partner

Michael Page; Taunton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Taunton is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making. This role requires strong financial acumen, line management experience, and the ability to drive performance improvements. The ideal candidate will have professional qualifications in accounting or finance and proven experience in financial analysis and business partnering. The position offers a competitive salary, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellness day each year

Increased holiday entitlement by one day per year up to 28 days

Statutory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

5% annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Line management and development of a small team.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and forecasts to inform business planning.
• Identify opportunities for performance improvement and cost optimisation.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Stakeholder management

Advanced Excel skills

Line management

Knowledge of financial regulations

Education

Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

The Senior Finance Business Partner role in the healthcare industry involves working with key stakeholders to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making. In Taunton, this role requires strong financial acumen and the ability to drive performance improvements. Line management experience is required, and somebody with enthusiasm and energy to help this organisation realise the ambitious yet realistic goals they have in place is needed.

Client Details

This is a well-established organisation in the healthcare industry, committed to delivering exceptional services to its clients. As a medium-sized company, it offers a collaborative working environment and a focus on professional growth and development.

Description

• Line management and development of a small team.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Partner with department heads to develop and manage budgets effectively.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and forecasts to inform business planning.
• Identify opportunities for performance improvement and cost optimisation.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Lead the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Support the implementation of financial systems and processes.
• Mentor and develop junior team members within the Accounting & Finance department.

Profile

A successful Lead Finance Business Partner should have:

• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering.
• Strong line management experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary (contact Rhys Lewis, the Senior Consultant managing this position for more details)
• 23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and a wellness day each year.
• Holiday entitlement increases by a day each year, up to a maximum of 28 days.
• Access to a statutory pension scheme and private medical insurance.
• 5% annual performance bonus.
• Supportive and professional working environment in Taunton.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding Senior Finance Business Partner role in the healthcare industry, we encourage you to apply today!