Senior Finance Business Partner
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Contract
- £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Job Description:
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We are partnering with a leading UK university to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is pivotal in supporting the teaching and mission areas, delivering high-level financial insight, and driving key analytical and systems-based projects during a period of expansion.
Our Client
A prestigious institution with a strong academic reputation and a commitment to innovation. The university operates across multiple campuses and is investing in systems and processes to enhance financial planning and reporting. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance professional to make a tangible impact.
The Role *Business Partnering: Act as a trusted advisor to teaching departments, providing financial analysis and guidance to support strategic decisions.
*Analytical & Systems Focus: Lead on costing and pricing models, dashboard reporting, and analytical projects to improve financial visibility.
*Project Delivery: Manage day-to-day finance projects, including enhancements to Unit4 and associated reporting tools (not a full system implementation).
*Collaboration: Work closely with Business Analysts and the wider finance team to roll out modules and improve processes.
*Annual Returns: Take responsibility for key finance returns and ensure compliance with university reporting requirements.
*Flexibility: Support additional initiatives as the team adapts to growing demands and evolving priorities.
The Successful Candidate *Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.
*Strong experience in finance business partnering within higher education or a similar complex environment.
*Advanced analytical skills with proven ability to interpret and present financial data clearly.
*Systems expertise, ideally with Unit4, and experience in rolling out finance modules or reporting tools.
*Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
*Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused.
What’s on Offer? *Contract: 12-month fixed term (with potential for permanent opportunity).
*Salary: £68,000 – £72,000.
*Location: North-London based
*Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in the office per week
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That’s why we’re committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.
We are partnering with a leading UK university to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is pivotal in supporting the teaching and mission areas, delivering high-level financial insight, and driving key analytical and systems-based projects during a period of expansion.
Our Client
A prestigious institution with a strong academic reputation and a commitment to innovation. The university operates across multiple campuses and is investing in systems and processes to enhance financial planning and reporting. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance professional to make a tangible impact.
The Role *Business Partnering: Act as a trusted advisor to teaching departments, providing financial analysis and guidance to support strategic decisions.
*Analytical & Systems Focus: Lead on costing and pricing models, dashboard reporting, and analytical projects to improve financial visibility.
*Project Delivery: Manage day-to-day finance projects, including enhancements to Unit4 and associated reporting tools (not a full system implementation).
*Collaboration: Work closely with Business Analysts and the wider finance team to roll out modules and improve processes.
*Annual Returns: Take responsibility for key finance returns and ensure compliance with university reporting requirements.
*Flexibility: Support additional initiatives as the team adapts to growing demands and evolving priorities.
The Successful Candidate *Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.
*Strong experience in finance business partnering within higher education or a similar complex environment.
*Advanced analytical skills with proven ability to interpret and present financial data clearly.
*Systems expertise, ideally with Unit4, and experience in rolling out finance modules or reporting tools.
*Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
*Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused.
What’s on Offer? *Contract: 12-month fixed term (with potential for permanent opportunity).
*Salary: £68,000 – £72,000.
*Location: North-London based
*Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in the office per week
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That’s why we’re committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.
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