Ivy Rock Partners is pleased to be partnering with a leading higher education institution in recruiting a Finance Business Partner on a 3-month contract.
This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking finance professional to take on a truly strategic Finance Business Partner position. You'll work closely with senior leaders across academic departments, providing expert financial insight, analysis, and advice to help deliver on the institution's future plans.
Responsibilities:
* Act as the key finance contact for the designated school and building strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
* Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic planning, investment decisions, and operational performance.
* Work on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
* Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable advice for non-finance colleagues.
* Support the development of business cases and funding proposals.
Essential skills and experience:
* Qualified or part qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* Experience in business partnering, management accounting, or financial planning.
* Experience in the public sector (ideally higher education)
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present complex data.
* Confident communicator who can influence and engage at all levels.
* Ability to work strategically while maintaining a hands-on approach when needed.
For a confidential conversation about the role please get in touch with Megan Hunter.