Finance Business Partner
📍 Location: Belfast
💰 Rate: £19.10 per hour
⏰ Hours: 37.5 per week
About the Role
We are seeking a Finance Business Partner to join our team. This is a part-qualified accountant position responsible for delivering financial management and accounting services. You will work closely with Finance Managers and Senior Accountants to provide high-quality financial support and analysis, ensuring effective budgetary control and contributing to the achievement of organisational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements
* Provide financial analysis and reporting to support effective decision-making
* Assist with annual budget setting and forecasting processes
* Support customers with financial planning, costings, and variance analysis
* Ensure compliance with accounting procedures and standards
* Liaise with internal and external auditors and attend audit committees as required
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within finance services
* Deliver training and guidance to budget holders and non-financial managers
Essential Criteria
* Part-qualified accountant (foundation level completed) with one of the six professional bodies (ICAEW, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAS, CIMA, ICAI)
* Minimum 2 years' experience in an accounting/finance role, including at least 1 year in financial management or management accounts
* Experience in budgetary reporting and supporting budget holders
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills
* Advanced IT skills, particularly MS Excel, and experience with financial systems
* Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders
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