Morgan McKinley Northern Home Counties is proud to partner with a growing organisation to recruit a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Finance Business Partner, skilled in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and supporting business decision-making. Role As a key member of the Finance team, the Assistant Finance Business Partner will support managers and budget holders across the organisation, providing accurate financial information, reporting, and insight to enable effective decision-making. Responsibilities include: · Partnering with budget holders to monitor budgets, provide financial analysis, and report KPIs. · Supporting monthly budget monitoring, forecasting, and variance analysis. · Preparing prepayments, accruals, and supporting journal entries. · Assisting with capital reporting and procurement processes. · Providing schedules and information to support statutory accounts and annual budgeting. · Driving efficiencies and cost savings by challenging current practices. · Supporting cross-departmental financial understanding and consistency. · Maintaining up-to-date process documentation and promoting continuous improvement. · Building strong relationships with managers and finance colleagues to deliver business-focused financial solutions. Profile · Previous experience in finance or business partnering is essential. · Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. · Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills. · IT literate, confident with Excel and financial systems. · Ability to work collaboratively and provide support across multiple teams. · Proactive, solution-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality financial advice. Salary & Benefits The Assistant Finance Business Partner role offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000, along with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development. This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract