Finance Business Partner

OverviewJoin to apply for the Finance Business Partner role at The University of Huddersfield.The University of Huddersfield provided pay rangeThis range is provided by The University of Huddersfield. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeFinance Business Partner - University of HuddersfieldIn 2024 the University of Huddersfield launched a new finance business partnering team within their finance department to add value across the University. They are now hiring a Hybrid Finance Business Partner to join the team as a result of an internal promotion to add further insights and strategic value across the University, work closely within this newly formed and evolving finance business partnering team and collaborate with wider financial services colleagues.An ideal position for people who enjoy engaging with their colleagues and stakeholders in person. The expectation is that you'll be onsite in Huddersfield 3 days per week, and the right candidate for this role will be someone who thrives in an environment centred around in-person collaboration with academic and financial services colleagues.You'll be a qualified accountant who, as a Finance Business Partner, is inspired by the prospect of working in higher education and supporting the University's strategic direction. You'll be managing a small team and building successful relationships with Deans, Directors, Heads of Department and School Operations Managers while promoting excellent team working practices across the University.What’s In It For YouA competitive salary of £46,461 - £58,766 depending upon experienceGenerous University pension schemeExcellent annual leave entitlement including bank holidays and Christmas closureGive as you EarnAccess to University facilities including sports and fitness centre and campus amenitiesHealth ShieldMetrocard Discount, Northern Rail Season Ticket and Travel Season Ticket LoansProfessional development opportunities including support for Chartered Management Institute membershipA modern working environment in the heart of Huddersfield with excellent transport links and access to affordable car parking (c£4 per day)What you'll be doing as Finance Business PartnerLead a small team within a recently centralised financial management serviceWork in partnership with designated stakeholders to provide critical challenge and decision supportSupport annual planning and financial forecasting, ensuring alignment between strategic and operational plansLead regular budget review meetings to help stakeholders understand their cost and income driversProvide financial expertise for course costings, business cases and statutory returnsContribute to the development of financial information packs to meet stakeholder needsWork collaboratively across Financial Services to ensure high levels of stakeholder satisfactionWhat You'll Need To OfferFull accounting qualification (ACMA, ACCA, ACA or similar) with up-to-date technical knowledgeExperience of working in a business partnering capacity in a large and/or complex organisationExperience of working with and influencing senior stakeholders with excellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong IT skills including Microsoft 365 and a commitment to championing a \"digital first\" approachAbility to develop deep understanding of business areas to provide informed financial adviceWhat to do nextPlease apply using the links provided or get in touch with Lucy Rider for more details - closing date for applications will be the 5th September 2025.The University of Huddersfield is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionAccounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustriesHigher Education and Non-profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr