Finance Business Partner - #2089161

The position of Finance Business Partner in the not-for-profit sector offers an exciting opportunity to manage financial processes and contribute to the organisation's mission. Based in Cardiff, this permanent role requires strong accounting expertise and attention to detail

Client Details

This is an established not-for-profit organisation with a focus on delivering impactful initiatives in its sector. As a small-sized organisation, it values precision and dedication in its Accounting & Finance team to support its ongoing goals.

Description

The Finance Business Partner contributes to the Group's strategic objectives by providing accurate, timely, and relevant financial information to the Senior Management Team and Board.

The purpose of this role is to work closely with head of service and operational teams to deliver accurate financial information, meaningful performance insights and forecasting, and proactive advice. Through strong relationships and collaboration, the Finance Business Partner helps drive financial sustainability, efficiency, and value for money. Each postholder will support either the repairs service or wider departmental finance needs.

What you will be doing;

· Produce monthly management accounts with clear variance analysis to agreed deadlines for all Group companies.

· Prepare quarterly forecasts and rolling budgets.

· Oversee general ledger integrity, including control account reconciliations, corrections, and adjustments.

· Provide tailored monthly budget reports and meet with budget holders to review variances, cost control, and grant-related expenditure and identify opportunities for efficiencies and solutions. Offer training where needed.

· Support the annual budget process, engaging managers, preparing schedules, and coordinating SLT review.

· Assist with year-end financial statements and external audit.

· Identify opportunities to improve processes related to management accounts, forecasting, and budgeting.

· Submit accurate financial information for benchmarking.

· Prepare information for Welsh Government and other required returns.

· Oversee management accounts schedules completed by other finance team members.

· Undertake ad hoc project work as required.

Profile

· Fully qualified CIMA or CCAB or have equivalent level of experience and be working towards qualified status. QBE's will also be considered with relevant experience.

· Significant experience in preparing management and statutory accounts, forecasts and financial reports.

· Excellent understanding of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial performance management

· Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; competent with financial systems and reporting tools.

· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Able to work independently, manage priorities, and meet tight deadlines

· Skilled in in analysing complex financial information and presenting clear insights to non-financial stakeholders.

· Collaborative approach with strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with Head of service and operational teams

· Proactive in challenging and improving processes and identifying opportunities for efficiencies and value for money.

· Demonstrates customer focus, professionalism, accuracy, resilience, and alignment with corporate values.

· Experience working with senior management.

· Knowledge of Open Accounts software.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of £44,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working - 1 day a week in the office (Fridays)
• Option of 2 amazing career average pensions to choose from
• 25 days annual leave + Christmas close down (3 extra days) + bank holidays