Job Description As a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will support the delivery of major programme and/or Business Unit objectives. As part of the Senior Management Team, you will provide financial guidance across strategy, planning and analysis, accounting, reporting, bids and costing, and ad-hoc projects. Depending on the programme, you may manage a small finance team with line management responsibilities. You will contribute to strategic planning, business cases, and monthly account closures, ensuring accuracy, insight, and a focus on delivering sustainable financial performance.. Core responsibilities Serve as the key Finance Partner for the programme or business unit, acting as the main point of contact for all finance matters. Work closely with senior management to support programme objectives and challenge financial performance. Review and analyse performance, producing reports and commentary on budgets, variances, risks, and opportunities. Ensure timely provision of accurate financial reports, supporting major grants and management decision-making. Provide high-quality financial insight and advice to drive sustainable performance improvement. Lead and mentor a small finance team, including training, supervision, and performance management. Coach wider project team members on forecasting, monitoring, and control activities (e.g., timesheets, procurement). Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes, ensuring accurate recognition of revenue and expenditure. Maintain a robust control environment, including reconciliations, audit preparation, and follow-up on audit actions. Contribute to finance initiatives, process improvements, and capability building within the team.