Senior Finance Business PartnerThe salary band for this post is Band C, £54,922.00 to £60,675.00, starting salary will be on the base of the salary scale, £54,922.00Permanent, Full-timeLocation: Flexible LocationRef: FMD22933We are seeking an exceptional, full time financial professional to join our Charging and Income Team as a Senior Finance Business Partner (Income) on a permanent basis.This new role is pivotal in managing SEPA’s funding, you will be the primary point of contact on financial matters in relation to income and cost accounting and use a wide range of financial knowledge to provide advice and direction to a range of stakeholders. Your passion has never had a greater purposeHere at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise.That’s why, when you join us as a Senior Finance Business Partner, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career.Work that goes beyond your deskThe Senior Finance Business Partner (Income) will play a crucial role in enhancing SEPA's financial management and governance. You will be responsible for building and maintaining collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing financial advice and support, and driving continual improvement in financial processes and reporting. You will also:Build and maintain collaborative, customer-focused relationships with stakeholders, including SEPA’s Corporate Leadership Team, Chief Executive, internal budget holders, and external bodiesProvide professional advice and recommendations on financial governance, cost recovery, and income generationDevelop and maintain charging schemes, financial reporting, and management information systemsEnsure SEPA’s charges are compliant with relevant financial manuals and legislationManage and maintain the costing ledger, producing financial reports and management informationDevelop financial models and conduct comprehensive financial analysisPrepare and present detailed financial reports and presentations to stakeholdersRespect for your expertiseWe seek a CCAB-qualified Accountant to join our Finance department. The ideal candidate should possess a background in cost accounting and demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Additionally, experience in team management is preferred. If you meet these qualifications, we encourage you to apply Support that goes beyond the workplaceWe’re cultivating a workplace that supports not only your passion and your professional lives, but your personal life. So, you’ll find benefits that make a difference at work and at home. Such as:Hybrid and Flexible working opportunitiesUp to 34 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata)Paid time off to support your Wellbeing and enable you to Volunteer in your communityLocal Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)Progressive Family Friendly policiesTraining & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge to perform at their bestPlus, many more lifestyle benefits such as 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform, credit union facilities and access to a Cycle to Work Scheme.Passionately you. Purposefully supportiveSEPA is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and good relations in everything it does – as a community leader, as a provider and commissioner of services, and as an employer.Closing date: 01 June 2025 at midnight.To apply please click the Apply Button