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Finance Business Partner
EHRCFPB_1783242577
Posted: 05/07/2026
- Up to £46000 per annum
- Manchester, Greater Manchester
- Contract/Interim
- Finance & Accountancy, Public Sector & Not-for-Profit
Salary: Competitive
Location: Hybrid Working
Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (14 Months)
Overview of the Role
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a public sector organisation on a 14-month fixed-term basis. Working closely with directors and budget holders, you will provide financial insight, challenge and support to improve decision-making, financial management and organisational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the main finance contact for designated business areas.
- Build strong relationships with directors and senior stakeholders.
- Lead monthly forecasting, budgeting and management accounting activities.
- Produce accurate management accounts and financial reports.
- Provide financial analysis, insight and challenge to support decision making.
- Support board, audit and governance reporting requirements.
- Develop and improve management information, reporting tools and dashboards.
- Support year-end processes, audits and statutory reporting.
- Ensure compliance with financial controls and governance requirements.
- Identify and implement process improvements across the finance function.
Skills and Experience
- CCAB or CIMA qualified, or part-qualified. [CodeInterpreter | Undefined]
- Previous Finance Business Partner or Senior Management Accountant experience. [CodeInterpreter | Undefined]
- Strong budgeting, forecasting and management reporting experience. [CodeInterpreter | Undefined]
- Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders. [CodeInterpreter | Undefined]
- Strong analytical, communication and relationship-building skills. [CodeInterpreter | Undefined]
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. [CodeInterpreter | Undefined]
- Public sector experience desirable. [CodeInterpreter | Undefined]
- Knowledge of Grant-in-Aid funding, HM Treasury controls or public sector finance frameworks would be advantageous. [CodeInterpreter | Undefined]
Benefits
- Hybrid working.
- Broad finance business partnering remit.
- High-profile stakeholder exposure.
- Opportunity to influence strategic decision making.
- Varied and rewarding public sector environment.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV if you have the required skills and experience for this opportunity.
Synonyms: Finance Business Partner, Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, Commercial Finance Manager, FP&A Manager, Management Accountant.
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