Finance Business Partner

<p><strong>Salary:</strong> £45,000 &#8211; £50,000 per annum<br /><strong>Location:</strong> London (Hybrid Working)<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent, Full Time</p> <p> Are you an experienced Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant or Commercial Finance professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact?</p> <p> We&#8217;re seeking a Business Partner &#8211; Schools to join a well-established Planning and Business Partnering Team within a leading London university. This is an opportunity to work closely with senior academic leaders, influence key financial decisions and support the delivery of strategic objectives across a diverse and dynamic educational environment.</p> <p> The role offers significant exposure to financial planning, performance management, stakeholder engagement and business partnering, providing the opportunity to add real value through insight, challenge and collaboration.</p> <p> <strong>The Role</strong><br /> Working as part of the Finance Team, you&#8217;ll partner with Schools and senior stakeholders to support financial performance and strategic decision-making across the University.</p> <p> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across Schools and Professional Services</li> <li>Deliver budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities</li> <li>Provide meaningful financial analysis and performance reporting</li> <li>Support strategic decision-making through financial insight and challenge</li> <li>Develop and review business cases and investment appraisals</li> <li>Maintain effective financial controls and promote value for money</li> <li>Support budget holders through training, guidance and financial advice</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance financial processes</li> <li>Ensure compliance with University policies, governance requirements and financial regulations</li> <li>Deputise for the Finance Manager and provide support across the wider team as required</li> </ul> <p><strong>Candidate requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience</li> <li>Qualified accountant or working towards a qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)</li> <li>Experience managing budgets, forecasts and financial planning processes</li> <li>Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Experience working with a range of stakeholders and influencing decision-making</li> <li>The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively</li> <li>A proactive and collaborative approach to continuous improvement</li> <li>Experience working in the Higher Education sector (E)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS)</li> <li>30 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li> <li>Additional Christmas closure days</li> <li>Hybrid and flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Excellent learning and development opportunities</li> <li>Season Ticket Loan Scheme</li> <li>Access to fitness and social facilities</li> </ul> <p><strong>Apply Now</strong><br /> If you&#8217;re looking for a varied and rewarding finance business partnering role where your expertise will help shape financial performance and support the success of a leading university, we&#8217;d love to hear from you.</p> <p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dG9ieXN0YWNleS4yMDc4NC4xMTMwOUBtb3JnYW5sYXcuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif"></p>