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Are you a commercially minded Management Accountant looking to make a real impact? Robert Half is proud to be working with a forward-thinking organisation that is looking for a dynamic finance professional to join their high-performing team.

As a Finance Business Partner , you'll go beyond the numbers-providing critical insight and meaningful analysis to shape strategic decisions across the business.

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join our team, where you will play a key role in driving financial strategy and business improvement across the Councils.

Your role will incorporate the full breadth and depths of responsibilities associated with providing a comprehensive Business Partnering service to the organisation. These will include providing accurate monthly management accounts working with budget managers to produce forecasts and variance analysis, supporting Assistant Directors and Service Managers with financial expertise, modelling and insightful analysis and leading on budget preparation for service areas and assisting with financial business cases for projects.

You will act as Finance Lead on programme boards, ensuring robust, commercially focused decision-making, identify savings efficiencies and income generation opportunities, contribute to year-end accounts, audits and statutory reporting requirements, and mentor other staff to support their professional development.

About You

You will either be a part-qualified accountant (either CCAB or CIMA) or hold a full AAT qualification (or you will have the equivalent experience in finance). With strong management accounting and financial planning skills, you will have the ability to analyse complex information and present it clearly to non-financial colleagues. You will have a collaborative approach, with confidence to challenge and influence at senior levels, and will have demonstrable experience in supporting services in a commercial, fast-changing environment.

Closing Date: Monday 29th September 2025

Interview Date: w/c 10th October 2025

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received.

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Ready to move beyond traditional finance and influence real business decisions?

I'm partnering with a dynamic, growing organisation seeking an ambitious Finance Business Partner. This isn't about number-crunching in isolation - you'll work directly with Director-level operational stakeholders, shaping strategy and driving commercial outcomes.

You'll be the trusted adviser that operational leaders turn to for strategic counsel. Your insights will influence critical business decisions, and you'll have the gravitas to challenge senior stakeholders when needed. This is finance with real commercial impact.

Strategic Partnership

• Advise Director-level operational stakeholders on strategy and commercial decisions
• Present to senior management and influence key business outcomes
• Ensure projects stay on track and within budget whilst forecasting future spend

Commercial Impact

• Deliver high-quality analysis that drives operational performance
• Conduct investment appraisals, business cases, and scenario planning
• Provide quarterly forecasts and support strategic planning processes
• Present financial results to regional teams and non-financial audiences

Essentials

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) with ~2 years post-qualification experience
• Proven experience supporting operational stakeholders with financial analysis
• Exceptional communication skills at all levels, including C-suite
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling expertise

What Makes You Stand Out

• Natural influencer who can challenge senior stakeholders constructively
• Ability to present complex financial information compellingly to operational audiences
• Strong commercial acumen with project management skills

Career Growth

• Direct exposure to leadership teams across the organisation
• Potential regional finance representative role
• Extensive professional development opportunities

Package & Benefits

• Hybrid working + 25 days holiday + 8

SF Recruitment are delighted to be working with our well established client based in Solihull in the recruitment of a Interim Finance Business Partner.

This role will offer Hybrid working together with excellent benefits as well as flexible working hours.

The successful candidate will be ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified with experience within management reporting and possess excellent communication skills to business partner with non-finance stake holders. We would also like to talk to you about this role if you are making your first move from practice. A key element of this role is to analyse and improve processes whilst owning the management accounts.

Key responsibilities will be:

- The development of financial plans, and and operational/financial strategies
- Management reporting and analysis to support the business in taking financial decisions
- Process improvement experience is necessary
- Be an effective business partner contributing to key decisions.
- Provide timely and robust financial information including management accounts, budgets, corporate plans and ad hoc analysis
- Improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes and controls, and risk management.

This is a superb opportunity with interviews commending asap. If this role is of interest, please apply today

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious PQ/Finalist Accountant to join a leading organisation in the business services industry. The role, based in Stoke on Trent, focuses on delivering financial insights and supporting strategic decision-making within the accounting and finance department.

Client Details

The employer is a well-established organisation within the business services sector. They are known for their focus on professional excellence and providing tailored solutions to their clients.

Description

• Provide financial analysis and insights to support key business decisions.
• Collaborate with department heads to create accurate budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance and provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and present findings to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Assist in identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving efficiency.
• Support the implementation of financial systems and processes.
• Act as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders within the organisation.

Profile

A successful Finance Business Partner should have:

• ACCA/CIMA PQ or Finalist - Essential
• Experience in financial analysis and management reporting.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of 45,000-55,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid Working
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment in Stoke on Trent
• Excellent career progression
• Support for professional development and continuous learning

Finance Business Partner - Contract (6 months), Remote (UK) | Up to 500 a day, Outside IR35

Why This Role?

You will have influence on the commercial strategy of a growing green-tech business and a path to a senior permanent role if you see fit.

As Finance Business Partner, you'll ensure our the platform's financial strategy is sound. You'll design pricing models, manage budgets, and align commercial strategy with product development.

What You'll Do

• Build pricing models for subscriptions and premium features.
• Manage budgets across IT, marketing, and operations.
• Develop financial models for revenue growth and ROI.
• Partner with product teams to align features with profitability.
• Track SaaS metrics (CAC, LTV, churn).
• What We're Looking For
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
• Ideally 5+ years in commercial finance or FP&A.
• Strong Excel/SQL/Power BI skills.
• SaaS or subscription model experience.

Finance Business Partner - Contract (6 months), Remote (UK) | Up to 500 a day, Outside IR35

Role: Finance Business Partner

This is a fixed term contract for 12 to 18 months.
Location: Bedford

Hours : 37 per week (Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm & Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm (1 hour unpaid for lunch)

Salary £35,000 per annum.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a supportive and welcoming finance team.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Immediate start available
• Fully office-based role with potential for hybrid working once fully trained
• Supportive and welcoming finance team
• On-site facilities

Duties of a Finance Business Partner:

• Assist with the accurate and timely production of management reporting across multiple sites and schools
• Input and review transactions in line with policies, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Manage month-end and year-end routines, reconciliations, and control accounts
• Support the purchase ledger process, including invoice processing, expenses, and supplier payments
• Provide accurate management reporting packs, benchmarking analysis, and ad hoc financial analysis to senior leaders
• Maintain the fixed asset register and support budgeting and financial planning across the trust and partner schools
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements including VAT, and ONS returns
• Continuously review processes, seeking improvements in efficiency and customer service

What we would like from you:

• Previous experience within a finance role, ideally at management reporting or business partnering level
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to produce accurate, timely reports
• Confident in using accounting systems and Excel to a high standard
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy environment
• Strong communication skills to support stakeholders at all levels

If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.

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