Finance Business Partner

Want to join a prestigious public sector organisation as they go to market for a Finance Business Partner? Have fantastic communication skills and the ability to communicate complex financial figures to non-financial stakeholders? Looking for an opportunity that will give you sole responsibility over a growing and innovative business area If yes, read on!

Robertson Bell are excited to partner with this established public sector organisation as they go to market for a Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation during a pivotal time as they implement their new strategic plan and drive financial growth.

The responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner role includes:

• Serve as the sole finance business partner for a critical business area, leading financial planning and strategy.
• Manage the month-end process and produce detailed management accounts. Set annual budgets, conduct quarterly forecasting, and manage a comprehensive 5-year financial plan.
• Support the strategic development of the business area by providing financial insights and infrastructure recommendations to enhance asset growth and expansion.
• Co-ordinate the financial aspects of individual grants, identify funding opportunities, and oversee the portfolio of awards at an institute level to highlight trends and growth opportunities.

This role requires you to work onsite in the vibrant city of Oxford, where you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team. The successful candidate will also benefit from a highly attractive package that includes 30 days of annual leave (excluding bank holidays) and a competitive pension contribution exceeding 15%.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified Accountant or be actively studying towards a CCAB qualification and have a thorough understanding of accounting regulations and policies.
• Ideally come from the public or not-or-profit sector, however candidates from the commercial sector will be considered.
• Have extensive experience in the production of management accounts and providing a business partnering function to senior stakeholders.
• Be an effective communicator and be able to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Have excellent Excel skills and be able to create functions, formulas and be eager to learn Macros.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found, so do not hesitate and apply now to avoid disappointment!