Overview

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a Northamptonshire based educational organisation to recruit a Finance Business Partner on a part time basis, working 18.5 hours per week.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working collaboratively with stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insight and support effective decision making. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of financial resources across the organisation, helping to ensure budgets are effectively managed and financial resources are used to deliver the greatest possible impact.

The Role

Working closely with the Financial Controller and supporting them with the key responsibilities:

• Supporting the management and monitoring of departmental and site budgets
• Producing monthly management reports and financial information for budget holders, providing clear insight and commentary
• Preparing rolling forecasts and assisting with financial planning activities
• Completing month end processes, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and statutory returns
• Providing support throughout internal and external audit processes
• Monitoring and reporting on debtors and creditors
• Maintaining appropriate controls and procedures relating to cash handling and financial governance
• Preparing financial papers, reports and supporting documentation for Board meetings and senior leadership discussions
• Building effective relationships with budget holders and stakeholders, providing financial guidance and support where required
• Respond to ad hoc reporting requests, providing timely financial analysis and meaningful insights to support operational and strategic decision making.

Candidate

We are looking for a proactive Finance Business partner with experience in financial management, reporting and stakeholder engagement. You will be confident producing financial information, providing valuable insight to support decision making across the organisation. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage priorities effectively are essential, along with excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach. You will hold an AAT qualification, be studying towards a professional accountancy qualification, or possess equivalent experience, and will be comfortable working independently while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy, professionalism and confidentiality.

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/Level 4 or above)
• AAT qualified with relevant post qualification experience, studying towards a CCAB/CIMA qualification, or equivalent experience
• Experience producing financial reports and management information
• Strong Excel and Microsoft 365 skills
• Excellent organisational, analytical and problem solving abilities
• Ability to influence and build effective relationships with colleagues at all levels
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High levels of accuracy, professionalism and confidentiality
• A willingness to learn, develop and contribute to the wider success of the organisation

Remuneration

• Salary: £38,220 – £47,181 pro-rata per annum (Dependent on experience)
• Hours of work: 18.5 per week
• Holidays: 27 days + bank holidays pro rata increasing after 5 years to 32 days + bank holidays pro rata
• Other: Pension and onsite parking

The role is based in Northampton and within commutable distance of Wellingborough, Kettering and Rushden.

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.  Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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