Assistant Finance Business Partner - #2135924

Amazing opportunity to join a leading independent school as an Assistant Finance Business Partner, working closely with Senior Managers and reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner. The ideal person will have a background in management accounts with advanced Excel skills now looking to develop into a Business Partnering role working with non finance based Stakeholders. Duties will include:-

Responsibility of the Finance Business Partner Role:-

• Oversee and manage daily financial operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and analyse monthly MIS reports, providing insights into financial performance.
• Conduct accurate balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial integrity and completeness.
• Develop and maintain performance forecasting models to support business planning and decision-making.
• Manage accounts receivable and debtor collections, ensuring timely follow-ups and minimization of outstanding dues.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and financial statement preparation.
• Assist in budget preparation and variance analysis, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

Requirements of the Finance Business Partner Role:-

• Advanced Excel skills
• Studying towards ACCA/CIMA or AAT
• Exposure to month end and monthly management accounts
• First rate interpersonal skills

Benefits of the Finance Business Partner Role:-

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 2 days a week working from home