Assistant Finance Business Partner

Are you looking for an opportunity that offers study support and opportunities to travel across the Midlands? Do you have a passion for supporting stakeholders with varying levels of financial literacy? Are you a part-qualified or studying Accountant looking for a stepping-stone into a broad and engaging finance role? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Robertson Bell is partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit an Assistant Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis. This home-based role involves regular travel across the Midlands, working closely with budget holders to provide financial oversight, training, and support.

In this role, you will:

• Take ownership of financial reporting for a portfolio of up to 35 locations, varying in size and complexity.
• Assist with budgeting, working closely with budget holders to set, monitor, and review financial performance.
• Process and review journals, conduct variance analysis, and provide insightful financial commentary.
• Deliver financial training to stakeholders, adapting to different levels of financial literacy, including volunteers and non-financial managers.
• Support budget holders with grant funding, property budgets, and community-focused initiatives.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an empathetic and proactive finance professional who enjoys working with diverse stakeholders and making a meaningful impact. Additional benefits include study support after probation, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension up to 12%.

The successful candidate will:

• Be studying towards an accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or looking to restart their studies.
• Have some experience in management accounting, budgeting, or business partnering.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial information to non-finance professionals.
• Be comfortable working independently while managing multiple priorities across a large region.
• Have a full driving licence and access to a car for regular travel.

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and the advert may close early if the ideal candidate is found. To avoid missing out, apply today!