The Business Analyst is the main source of financial support for the Institutes' Group Leaders. In addition, they will prepare and interpret the regular financial information which is presented to the various boards and committees of the Institute.
Financial Support for Project Leaders
• Build personal relationships with Group Leaders
• Assist Group Leaders to manage their financial resources by proactively forecasting future income and costs, highlighting where decisions may be necessary.
• Meet face to face with all Group Leaders each month to review their financial position
Financial Reporting
• Preparation of monthly management accounts for the Institutes with detailed and accurate financial information and interpretation.
• Preparation of Statutory Accounts
Budgetary control
• Preparation of forward projections, annual budgets and forecasts
• Preparation of 5 year business plans and reserves analysis
• Monitoring the financial performance of grants
Key Relationships
The Business Analyst is a customer facing role and the post-holder will need to build relationships and meet regularly with a number of Group Leaders and budget holders. The purpose of this is to support the Group Leaders in managing the financial resources available to them, whether this be through specific grant or general core funding.
Main Activities & Responsibilities
Percentage Provide financial support for Group Leaders and budget holders 25 Prepare monthly management accounts for the Institute 25 Prepare budgets, forecasts and business plans for the Institute 20 Monitor the financial performance of grants to ensure maximum benefit is obtained by the Group Leader 15 Preparation of Statutory Accounts for the Institute and subsidiaries 10 Ad-hoc financial investigation and analysis 5 As agreed with line manager, any other duties commensurate with the nature of the role
Person Profile
Education & Qualifications
Requirement Importance Part qualified accountant Essential Three A Levels grades A*-C, or equivalent Essential Qualified accountant Desirable
Specialist Knowledge & Skills
Requirement Importance Demonstrable knowledge and experience of Finance systems Essential Excellent computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, specifically Excel Essential
Requirement Importance Experience of preparing management accounts Essential Experience of preparing budgets and business plans Essential Experience of working effectively with internal customers Essential Experience of preparing Statutory Accounts Desirable
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
Requirement Importance Strong customer orientation Essential Excellent communication skills, both written and verba Essential Excellent organisational skills Essential Able to develop relationships throughout the Institute Essential
Additional Requirements
Requirement Importance Attention to detail Essential Promotes equality and values diversity Essential Willingness to embrace the values of the Partnership, ensuring it is a great place to work Essential Willingness to work outside standard hours as required Essential Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of information where appropriate Essential Able to present a positive image of self and the Partnership Essential
Who We Are
NBI Partnership
The NBI Partnership provides non-scientific services to the John Innes Centre (JIC), Quadram Institute Bioscience (QIB), Earlham Institute (EI) and The Sainsbury Laboratory (TSL). All of these organisations carry out scientific research funded by the UK Government, European Union, Charitable and Industrial Sponsors. The Partnership employs around 140 staff to cater for the needs of approximately 1100 Research Staff, Students and Visiting Scientists who are all located in close proximity on the Norwich Research Park.
The John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute Bioscience, the Earlham Institute and The Sainsbury Laboratory are registered charities (No’s 223852, 1058499, 1136213 and 106550) and are Equal Opportunity Employers.
The Norwich BioScience Institutes Partnership (NBIP) has an exciting opportunity for a Business Analyst to join their busy Finance department.
Background
The NBI Partnership provides an exciting and stimulating multidisciplinary environment in which to work. Set in 230 hectares of parkland, we are an equal opportunities employer with a comprehensive benefits package to include; competitive starting salaries, free parking, defined contribution pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement and excellent recreational and leisure facilities.
The Finance department provides expert financial support to world-leading science institutes, including the John Innes Centre, The Sainsbury Laboratory, Quadram Institute Bioscience and the Earlham Institute.
The role:
The Business Analyst is the main source of financial support for Institute project leaders. The successful candidate will build excellent working relationships with the Group Leaders and help them to manage their financial resources effectively and proactively.
The Business Analyst will prepare budgets, forecasts and business plans. They will prepare monthly management accounts and monitor the financial performance of grants to ensure maximum benefit is obtained.
They will also prepare the Statutory Accounts and manage the annual audit.
The ideal candidate:
Candidates should be a part or fully qualified accountant. Experience of producing budgets, business plans and detailed management accounts is essential. Candidates should possess a strong customer focus and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Additional information:
Salary on appointment will be within the range £36,000 - £39,750per annum (pro-rata) depending on qualifications and experience. This post is part-time (0.8 FTE) and permanent.
For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website http://jobs.nbi.ac.uk/ or contact the Human Resources team on 01603 450814 or nbi.recruitment@nbi.ac.uk quoting reference 1004901.
This role meets the criteria for a visa application, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please contact the Human Resources Team if you have any questions regarding your application or visa options.
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy.
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