Job Description
Morgan McKinley are supporting a PE-backed Higher Education business during a critical phase of growth and are seeking an ambitious Finance Business Partner for an immediate start temp-to-perm role.
This is a delivery-focused position suited to a part-qualified or newly qualified professional who can step in quickly, provide high-quality management information, and support operational heads in a fast-paced, investor-led environment.
This role is paying £40,000 - £45,000 DOE, initially on a 6-month temporary basis with a strong pathway to a permanent contract and hybrid working available in London.
Responsibilities
Partner with departmental heads to provide clear financial insight and support day-to-day budget management.
Deliver monthly and quarterly management reporting including P&L analysis, balance sheets, and key performance metrics.
Support the PE reporting cycle, assisting in the preparation of board packs and investor updates.
Maintain rolling cash flow forecasts to ensure operational efficiency across the business.
Assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with FP&A and senior stakeholders.
Drive process improvements within the reporting suite to enhance data accuracy and visibility.
Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to support commercial decision-making and new initiatives.
Work across finance and operations to ensure robust financial controls and reporting documentation.
What We're Looking For
Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA).
Proven experience in Management Accounting or a junior Business Partnering role.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights for non-finance managers.
Experience in a fast-paced environment; prior exposure to Private Equity or the Education sector is a distinct advantage.
Advanced Excel skills are essential (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas).
A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-growth setting.
Confident communicator capable of engaging with stakeholders at various levels of the organisation