Strategic Finance Business Partner for Operational Excellence

4 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Innovate UK Business Connect Full time

Join Innovate UK Business Connect as a Strategic Finance Business Partner and drive operational excellence in our dynamic organisation.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to provide high-quality financial advice, information, analysis, and interpretation to support effective decision-making, performance management, and strategic goal achievement within our Directorate area.

The ideal candidate will have strong working relationships with Finance colleagues, allocated Directorates, Budget Holders, Senior Managers, Directors, and wider organisations to support delivering Innovate UK Business Connect's commitments and achieving company strategy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, manage, and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
  • Provide timely and accurate financial guidance and advice to Project Managers and Budget Holders to enable effective budget management.
  • Analyse, interpret, and communicate financial and performance data to stakeholders to inform business decisions.
  • Lead the preparation and execution of external project audits by working closely with Financial Accounting and Management Reporting team and liaising with auditors.
Requirements
  • Strong understanding of financial policies, processes, and controls with ability to interpret and present complex financial information effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to exercise judgement and take a strategic view on complex financial issues.
  • Experience of supporting effective financial management and reporting.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary of £34,215-£40,000 per annum based on experience.
  • 28 days annual leave plus 10.5 bank and public holidays.
  • Enhanced Pension Plan.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Wider Wallet employee benefits high street discounts scheme.
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development as part of our Talent & Development Programme.
About Us

Innovate UK Business Connect strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of colour, LGBTQ+ community, women, disabled people, people of any age or family status.



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