Senior Finance Business Partner

Your new companyHays are delighted to partner with one of Scotland's leading infrastructure organisations with a unique opportunity to influence strategic financial decisions and drive performance across their complex and dynamic business. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to innovation, efficiency, and delivering real impact.Your new roleAs Senior Finance Business Partner, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and governance. You'll lead key meetings with senior stakeholders, provide expert financial advice, and deliver robust analysis to support investment decisions and business planning.Key responsibilities include:

• Leading financial performance reviews and advising on strategic investment decisions
• Delivering critical analysis of financial results and forecasts to identify risks and opportunities
• Providing technical guidance on accounting standards and ensuring compliance
• Overseeing the preparation of periodic accounts, budgets, and business plans
• Coaching and challenging senior budget holders to improve financial accountability
• Driving cost-efficiency initiatives and supporting organisational improvement
• Influencing income and cost drivers to meet annual business targets
• Collaborating with senior leaders to explore new business opportunities

What you'll need to succeedTo thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• Membership (or finalist stage of working towards) of a recognised accounting body (CIMA, ACCA, CA) with proven Business Partnering experience
• Proven experience in a complex financial environment, with a strong track record in risk management and financial control
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills across all levels
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to interpret financial landscapes (budgets, forecasts, actuals)
• High proficiency in strategic planning, governance, and decision-making
• Degree-level education in a relevant discipline (e.g. Accounting)

Desirable:

• Experience with Oracle-based systems
• Broad exposure across multiple finance disciplines
• Knowledge of Government accounting and financial governance
• Project management experience in complex environments

What you'll get in returnAs well as the opportunity to provide financial insights and shape the finance strategy of the organisation, you'll enjoy a collaborative culture, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a nationally significant organisation. You will receive enhanced pension, competitive annual leave and annual pay reviews. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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