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Finance Business Partner
Job Description: Finance Business Partner (FBP)
Location: London/Hybrid
Contract: 1-year Fixed Term Contract (FTC)
Salary: £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
About the School
Our client is a leading global centre for the study of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, renowned for its interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research. It merges expertise in languages, cultures, and societies with a strong focus on addressing contemporary global challenges. The School is committed to:
- Diversity
- Social justice
- Academic excellence
It acts as a hub for critical thinking, shaping policy and practice worldwide.
Job Purpose
The Finance Business Partner (FBP) will be the primary finance professional supporting Professional Services Departments, working closely with a cluster of Business Partners and reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner in the central Finance and Procurement Directorate.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Reporting
- Serve as the key interface between Professional Services Departments, central finance teams, and leadership for:
- Planning and preparing the School’s annual budget
- Forecasting
- Assist in reviewing, updating, and monitoring the School’s staffing budget
- Prepare monthly management accounts, budget statements, and commentaries
- Contribute to monthly budget holder reports (both internal and external)
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Analysis & Oversight
- Combine quantitative, qualitative data, and statistical analysis to:
- Highlight key trends
- Provide insights to guide decision-making
- Evaluate alternatives against business objectives
- Maintain an updated Risks and Opportunities schedule against budget and KPIs
Financial Guidance & Compliance
- Provide advice and support to academic staff, professionals, and students on:
- Financial transactions
- School procedures and processes
- Train budget holders in:
- Financial management processes
- Agresso training (creating and updating materials as needed)
- Support month-end and year-end processes, including preparation of financial statements
- Ensure all financial statements meet deadlines
Strategic & Operational Support
- Review all new programme proposals from financial and operational viewpoints, including:
- Challenging assumptions and costings
- Ensuring finances reflect an accurate position
- Assist in developing business cases, including costs for new initiatives
- Drive process and performance improvement
- Provide coaching and leadership to stakeholders
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Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or part-qualified due to complete within 6 months
- Degree-level education
- Proven business-facing finance experience
- Strong history in:
- Budgetary control
- Financial analysis
- Management reporting
Desirable Skills
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Knowledge of Agresso Business World and Pignent
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Experience in capital planning
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Experience in supporting complex multi-year projects
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Critical: Candidates must demonstrate evidence of qualifications and experience in their CV. Pre-interview written assignments may also be requested.
Application & Feedback
- If you haven’t heard from us within 48 hours, your application is unsuccessful for this role. However, details may be retained for future opportunities.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist with candidate screening, ensuring fairness, consistency, and efficiency. Final decisions remain with the hiring team.
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