A well-established higher education institution is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join its finance team on an initial six-month contract.

Working closely with senior academic and professional services stakeholders, you will provide high-quality financial support, analysis and challenge to aid decision-making, ensure strong financial control and support the delivery of organisational objectives.

This role offers a high degree of flexibility, with predominantly remote working. However, applicants must be able and willing to attend the North London office at short notice when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior stakeholders across allocated faculties and professional service areas.

• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, providing guidance and support to budget holders.

• Produce and review monthly financial reports, forecasts and variance analysis.

• Support business planning, financial modelling and business case development.

• Provide insightful financial advice to support operational and strategic decision-making.

• Build strong working relationships with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

• Support year-end processes and audit requirements.

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of financial processes, reporting and systems.

Person Specification

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA).

• Proven experience operating as a Finance Business Partner within the Higher Education sector.

• Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience.

• Experience working closely with senior academic and professional services stakeholders.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance audiences.

• Proactive, collaborative and able to work effectively in a changing environment.

Contract Details

• Initial 6-month contract

• Inside IR35 (paid via Umbrella Company)

• Predominantly remote working

• North London office, with attendance required at short notice when necessary

• Immediate start preferred

• Candidates on short notice periods are particularly encouraged to apply