Finance Business Partner

As an experienced Finance Business Partner, you will be joining an established organisation, initially on an interim basis to provide the listed duties and support the finance management team.

Role Summary

Provide financial business partnering to Operations and Resources directorates.

Deliver monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and forecasting for senior leadership and Board.

Support statutory accounts, sector scorecard reporting, and annual budget setting.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the main finance contact for budget holders across Operations and Resources.

Prepare and present monthly management accounts within 10 days of month end.

Monitor budgets, perform variance analysis, and provide financial insight to support decision-making.

Lead annual budget preparation and maintain financial data within accounting systems.

Support statutory accounts with reconciliations, working papers, and audit queries.

Analyse operational financial performance and contribute to KPI, benchmarking, and performance reporting.

Candidate Profile

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or exceptional finalist.

Strong experience in management accounts, budgeting, and financial analysis.

Confident working with senior stakeholders and presenting complex financial data clearly.

Highly analytical, detail-focused, and able to meet tight deadlines.

Advanced Excel and strong financial systems knowledge desirable.

Housing or regulated sector experience advantageous.

Additional Requirement: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.