Assistant Finance Business Partner

• Location: Belfast City Centre
• Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract | Full-time | Hybrid working
• Salary: £29,822- £31,238 per annum

Reed Recruitment is collaborating with a respected organisation based in Belfast City Centre. They are currently seeking an Assistant Finance Business Partner to join their team on a full-time basis for an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension.

This role is crucial for providing timely, accurate, and insightful financial information, contributing to effective decision-making and ensuring our services are financially sustainable and aligned with our organisational strategy.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Business Partnering and Stakeholder Support: Assist Finance Business Partners in delivering proactive and value-adding finance services, enhancing financial understanding and engagement across teams. Build and maintain relationships with service managers to support informed decision-making.
• Financial Reporting, Analysis & Control: Help in preparing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary. Ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and relevant. Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Aid in the preparation and reforecasting of budgets, collaborating with service managers to ensure robust and operationally aligned financial planning.
• Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement: Support the development and implementation of finance systems and tools. Contribute to the enhancement of reporting processes and data quality.
• Governance, Compliance & Audit: Assist in adhering to financial policies and procedures, and support audit processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Financial Sustainability & Funding Support: Prepare financial documentation for funding applications, tenders, and grant reporting, applying full cost recovery principles.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Actively studying towards a professional finance qualification (CIMA, ACCA, AAT) or possess at least 2 years’ experience in a finance or related discipline.
• Demonstrable skills in using data tools like Excel for financial analysis, reporting, and presenting clear information.
• Experience in financial or numerical analysis, budgeting, and project work.
• Ability to communicate insights effectively to non-specialist audiences.
• Strong analytical thinking, curiosity, and initiative to understand issues and identify improvements.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively, build relationships, and show a proactive approach to learning and development.

For more information, including package details, please contact Mary at Reed Belfast, apply via this advert, or contact me confidentially on LinkedIn