Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner

Inspire Resourcing are recruiting for a The Finance Business Partner to act as a key financial advisor to department heads, ensuring financial resources are used effectively and aligned with organisational objectives.

The role involves providing proactive financial support, analysis, and guidance to senior managers, helping them make informed decisions, manage budgets, and achieve value for money.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to financial regulations, internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and best practice.
• Support statutory and audit requirements by ensuring that financial governance and Work closely with senior managers to understand financial needs and provide expert advice.

• Produce and present clear, insightful financial reports to support decision-making.
• Provide financial guidance to non-financial managers, ensuring information is accessible and understandable.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiencies, and improved financial performance.

• Lead and support the annual budget-setting process, including scenario planning and detailed analysis.
• Monitor budgets, identify variances, and work with stakeholders to implement corrective action plans.
• Prepare accurate forecasts and projections to highlight financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of financial models and business cases to support investment and strategic decisions.

• Work with business areas to identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support the completion of financial returns and ensure deadlines are met.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and systems.
• Deliver financial training and support to non-financial colleagues.
• Work with other finance team members to ensure consistency in approach and high standards of delivery.
• Contribute to ad hoc projects and organisational initiatives as required.

Person Specification

• Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Clear understanding of financial controls, accounting procedures, and governance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
• Proficiency in financial reporting tools and systems.

Qualifications

• Fully or part-qualified accountant
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.