Hays are looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner for an FS business in Bath. Your new company Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career within a dynamic and evolving organisation? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Business Partner to join a client based here in Bath in a newly created role. Your new role This is a broad role, offering full exposure to both the day-to-day and strategic operations of the business. Working closely with the Head of Finance, the role will include: Full responsibility and preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L and Balance Sheet ownership. Preparation of ad hoc financial analysis and quarterly external reporting. Support the Head of Finance with budgeting, forecasting and MI reporting. Support year-end processes and prepare audit evidence for external auditors. Exposure to wider group finance functions with the opportunity to take on additional roles and responsibilities. Taking a proactive role in reviewing and improving financial systems, controls and procedures What you'll need to succeed We are ideally looking for a qualified accountant but would consider someone that is part-qualified and actively pursuing their studies. You should have strong experience of preparing full management and statutory accounts and experience supporting audit would be beneficial. We can consider someone that is either in industry or in audit, and it would be great if you had experience in a professional services business. What you'll get in return This role is centrally located with parking on site and requires you to be in the office 3 days per week. There is a good opportunity for progression available, along with a yearly bonus and other benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4712457